Assessment and Care of Adults at Risk for Suicidal Ideation and Behaviour | Nursing Best Practice Guidelines

Assessment and Care of Adults at Risk for Suicidal Ideation and Behaviour

Pre-reading

Background
Guiding Principles/Assumptions in the Assessment and Care of Adults at Risk for Suicidal Ideation and Behaviour.
Important Practice Tips
Risk Factors
Warning Signs
Protective Factors

Practice Reference – Evidence Informed Recommendations

Practice Recommendations
Mobilizing Resources

At Point of Care

Interview Questions for Assessment of Suicidal Ideation and Plan
Sample Collateral Questions
Potential Hazardous Item
Possible Strategies for Affirming Client’s Self-Worth
Strategies for Using a Problem Solving Approach to Solution
Environmental Considerations for Promoting Safety
Postvention Interventions
Process Overview
Components of a Mental Status Assessment

Sample Tools

Examples of Suicide Risk Assessment Tools

Client’s and Families’ Education

Suggested Readings for Recovery and Hope