The nurse is conducting a history during a wellness exam. The patient states, “Honestly, I’m really stressed right now. My son is going to college, and my dad is moving in with us. Thankfully, I got a promotion at work so we will be able to move to a place without stairs. I’ve been leaning on my wife and friends a lot and trying to keep exercising and doing yoga.” How does the nurse interpret the patient’s reports?

While completing a patient’s history, the patient states: “I just don’t like the life I am living. I wish it were over.” Which is the most appropriate response from the nurse?

Which question by the student nurse assessing a potentially suicidal patient requires prompt correction by the supervising nurse?