SUICIDE

What is SUICIDE?

• Ultimate form of self-destruction
• "Cry for help"

What are the major interventions?

• Prevention
• Listen

What are the RISK FACTORS?
S-ex (more female attempts suicide but more male commits suicide)
U-nsuccessfuI previous attempt
I-dentification with a family member who committed suicide
C-hronic
I-llness (e.g.Cancer)
D-epression/Dependent personality
A-ge (18-25 and 40 above)/alcoholism)
L-ethality of previous attempts/Looses

What is the priority nursing diagnosis?

• Risk for injury-Self directed

What are the key points for nursing care?

• Provide one-on-one monitoring
• Have frequent unscheduled rounds
• Avoid use of metals and glass utensils
• Monitor for the signs of impending suicide (e.g. giving away of value possession)