Suicide Protocol for Nurses

1. We ask about other suicidal behaviors because it helps us to find out about these risky behaviors so we can better identify people at risk.

True

False

2. Which risk levels require Safety Plan B?

Low, Moderate and High

No Expressed, Moderate and High

Moderate, HIgh and Frequent Ideation plans for Low Risk

Moderate and High

3. Which students can stay at school after an assessment if the parent wants them too and they are able?

Only Low Risk

All Levels

No expressed, Low and Moderate risk

4. Check all that are correct. It is important to communicate the specific results identified by the CSSRS Screener and assessment back to the student's:

Parent/guardian

Behavioral health provider or primary care doctor

Teacher

Lawyer

5. Check all that apply. Non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) is:

A behavior that is done for other reasons other than ending one's life

An act that always results in death

Done to feel better, end internal pain, or affect external circumstances

A risk factor for future suicidal behavior

8. The CSSRS Screener is a tool required by the district to ensure a comprehensive suicide risk assessment. The other required components of the assessment within CMS include: (Check all that apply)

An interview with peers and other sources to confirm risk level

An analysis of supports and coping strategies

An analysis of student current behavior/emotional status, risk factors, and knowledge of/access to lethal means

An understanding of the situation from the student's perspective

Gathering information from the parent/guardian(s) to understand the complete picture

9. A student who mentions that he/she has thought about killing his/herself with a knife has a suicide plan

True

False

10. What is the key distinction between moderate and high risk students?

Significant risk factors

Intent to take action to end one's life

Active Ideation

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