The nurse is assessing a 16-year-old who has been diagnosed with a sexually transmitted disease (STD).The nurse realizes that such risk-taking behavior is often a predictor of even more serious self-destructive behaviors,and so this client should be:
A) Screened for illegal drug use
B) Assessed for suicidal ideations
C) Interviewed regarding alcohol consumption
D) Provided information regarding birth control

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Low self-esteem and stressful life events significantly predict suicidal ideations in adolescents.Nurses in all health care settings need to initiate suicide screening and implement nursing interventions directed toward suicide prevention and early detection.Although the remaining options are areas that should be addressed,suicidal ideations are the most serious possible risk-taking behavior.

The Nurse Is Assessing a 16-Year-Old Who Has Been Diagnosed