16. A 15-year-old adolescent with depression expresses suicidal ideation. What is the critical initial nursing action in this clinical urgency?

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Accepted Answer

Immediately establish a safe environment, implement suicide precautions, and notify the healthcare provider.

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Reassure the adolescent that things will get better.

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Encourage the adolescent to keep feelings to themselves.

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Refer the adolescent to a peer support group.