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After completing this online CE course, nurses will better be able to:
- Describe the statistical prevalence of suicide and suicide attempts
- Outline definitions relevant to suicides such as mean and method
- Discuss individuals at-risk for suicides by describing warning signs
- Outline the factors that attribute to suicide risks such as risk factors, protective factors, environmental factors, health factors, and historical factors
- Discuss special considerations of suicide for Veterans
- Identify the symptoms and treatment options for Veteran’s mental health disorders
- Identify common symptoms of depression
- Describe the processes of assessments for suicide risks, suicidal thoughts, and suicidal intent
- Discuss preparatory behaviors in individuals at-risk for suicide
- Discuss the risk factors for individuals with previous suicide attempts
- Identify indications for urgent and immediate action when suicide crisis presents
- Describe common treatment for depression and brain stimulation theory
- Discuss the role of nursing in suicide assessment and prevention measures
Target Audience: Registered Nurses