CASE STUDY The following patients have been
CASE STUDY The following patients have been admitted to the psychiatric stabilization unit for evaluation: Phil, 44 years old, is a business owner whose wife died in an automobile accident 6 months ago. Phil lives alone and has few friends other than business colleagues. Phil is an avid hunter and owns several guns. Phil stated, “I just want to die.” Ronald, 18 years old, is a college student who is failing in two courses. Ronald’s parents expect him to go to graduate school eventually. Ronald’s girlfriend broke up with him 2 days ago. Ronald has been drinking heavily and planned to commit suicide by hanging. Bill, 79 years old, is a retired police officer who is the caregiver for his disabled wife. Bill has arthritis and has physical difficulty being a caregiver. There is no family available to help. Bill was found heavily sedated by a concerned friend after he took pain medication. Bill stated, “I just needed to get some sleep.” a. Discuss the risk factors for suicide that each patient faces. b. Who is at highest risk? c. What issues will you want to address with your patient as you do an assessment? d. What will you be aware of as you consider the resolution of this disaster?
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