A psychiatric technician states,"This patient has frequently threatened suicide but has never attempted it.The patient should be sent home instead of encouraging the threats." The nurse supports admitting the patient by responding:
A) "There is no family to provide the social support that is vital to safety."
B) "Any suicide threat deserves serious attention and concern for safety."
C) "You seem to have a real problem when patients lose emotional control."
D) "Nursing staff are encouraged to share their concerns with the physician."

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The treatment plan must first address the goal of protecting the patient from self-harm,and no threat of suicide should be ignored,even if no attempt has occurred.Admission is the most appropriate action in this case.The remaining goals do not adequately address the patient's risk for self-harm.

A Psychiatric Technician States,"This Patient Has Frequently Threatened Suicide but Has