You are assessing and treating a young girl who superficially cut her wrists in a self-stated suicide attempt. Bleeding was not significant and has clotted. While transporting the patient, which one of the following statements is most appropriate?

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Option D is the most appropriate statement that should be conveyed while transporting the patient. It explains the actions you are about to take, i.e., cleaning the cuts with water and wrapping them. This statement helps the patient to understand that they are in safe hands and a medical expert is taking care of their wounds. Option A can be seen as insensitive and may put the patient in a defensive position. Option B can make the patient feel guilty and anxious. Option C assumes that the cuts were not significant, which can be misleading and may cause the patient to feel unheard.

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