Select the teaching point the community health nurse should emphasize as a clue to possible attempted suicide when conducting a parenting class about suicidal ideation in school-aged children.
A)Poor grades in school
B)Children giving away favorite CDs or toys
C)Insisting that smoking cigarettes is "cool"
D)Becoming more aggressive with classmates

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Giving away favorite possessions can be a sign that an individual is contemplating suicide. It is important for parents and caregivers to recognize this behavior and seek help for the child. Poor grades, smoking, and aggressive behavior may be signs of other issues, but they are not specific clues to possible suicide attempts.

Select the Teaching Point the Community Health Nurse Should Emphasize