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Question 1 of 5

A nurse is collecting data from an adolescent. Which of the following should the nurse identify as the greatest risk for suicide?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D: Active psychiatric disorder. Adolescents with active psychiatric disorders, such as depression or bipolar disorder, are at the greatest risk for suicide due to their underlying mental health issues. These disorders can significantly increase suicidal ideation and behaviors. Family conflict (
A) and homosexuality (
B) are important considerations but do not inherently indicate a greater risk for suicide. Availability of firearms (
C) is a risk factor, but it is not as significant as having an active psychiatric disorder.

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