The statement made by the patient during the assessment interview that should alert the nurse to the patient's need for immediate,active intervention is:

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Lack of social support and social isolation increase the suicide risk,and "you're my last hope" suggests that the person is out of options if help does not occur now-a covert expression of suicidal ideation.A willingness to seek help suggests lower risk."Why doesn't anyone care?" suggests a sense of isolation but does not necessarily indicate a high degree of risk."It's rough" conveys that the person is experiencing hardship but not necessarily that he is at risk.

The Statement Made by the Patient During the Assessment Interview