A resident expresses suicidal thoughts to you. What should you do?

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Accepted Answer

Report immediately to the nurse and document what was said. The correct answer is C. Suicidal ideation is a medical emergency that requires immediate reporting to the nurse and proper documentation. This is not a situation for the CNA to handle independently. Answer A puts the resident at risk by not involving clinical staff. Answer B minimizes the seriousness of suicidal thoughts. Answer D attempts to hide a medical emergency, which is dangerous and unethical.