A client is newly committed to an inpatient psychiatric unit. Which nursing intervention best lowers this client's risk for suicide?

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Observing the client at intervals determined by assessed data is the best nursing intervention to lower the client's risk for suicide. This allows for close monitoring and detection of any possible suicidal ideation or plan, and prompt intervention can be implemented. Encouraging participation in the milieu may promote hope, but it may not necessarily lower the client's risk for suicide. Developing a strong personal relationship with the client and encouraging the client to concentrate on happier times are also important but may not be sufficient to address the immediate risk for suicide.

A Client Is Newly Committed to an Inpatient Psychiatric Unit