Suicide risk assessment Flashcards
Opening statement for suicide attempt history
I’m sorry to hear things have been difficult for you…
I would like to ask you some questions about what brought you in to hospital, to see how we can help you. Is that okay?
Could you tell me what happened?
Structure of suicide history
Before
During
After
Before
How has life been for you recently?
When did you start planning this?
How did you prepare? Did you leave a will or note?
What made you decide to do it on that day?
How has your mood been recently?
During
Can you talk me through what happened?
How many tablets did you take/what did you do exactly?
Did you make any efforts to not be found?
Did you take any drugs or alcohol?
After
How did you come into hospital?
How do you feel now about what happened?
How do you feel that you are still alive?
Do you have any currents thoughts of suicide now?
Is there anything or anyone that you feel might stop you from trying again?
What would you do if you went home today?
Other Qs
Risk to others e.g. children or if carer for vulnerable adult
- Have they harmed someone else?
PMH and psych history
- Any chronic conditions?
DH + Allergies
FH - suicide/ mental health problems
SH -
- Support network
- Job
- Smoking/alcohol
- Finances
