An adolescent states "I am very sad.I wish I was not alive." What is the best response by the nurse?

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This response acknowledges the adolescent's suicide gesture and further assesses the adolescent's condition.It is judgmental and belittles the teen's feelings to tell the teen that everyone is sad once in a while or to accuse the teen of trying to escape problems.The parents should be made aware of an adolescent's precarious mental state; however,this response does not address the adolescent's statement.It also does not begin to provide safety for the teen.

An Adolescent States "I Am Very Sad