A patient in stimulant withdrawal is tired, depressed, and sleeping for long periods but denies suicidal thoughts initially. Which nursing action is most appropriate?
Correct answer: A. Assess suicide risk repeatedly and provide safety monitoring
- A. Assess suicide risk repeatedly and provide safety monitoring
- B. Leave the patient alone to promote uninterrupted sleep
- C. Give a stimulant medication without a prescription
- D. Tell the patient that depression is not related to withdrawal
Explanation
Stimulant withdrawal can include a marked depressive phase with fatigue and increased sleep, and suicide risk may change during withdrawal. Repeated assessment and safety precautions are more appropriate than isolation or unprescribed medication.
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