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Old Dec 14, 2013, 09:03 PM
reesecups reesecups is offline
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Originally Posted by tealBumblebee View Post
I had a patient come in today (work in the ER) that was a cutter and had cut his wrist too deep.

The nurses acted like he was likely unstable but he made it clear (and not in the nicest of tones) to the doctor and social worker that he was not suicidal (he called the ambulance himself thinking he cut too deep). They sutured him up (it was deep enough to be necessary) and sent him home. They had no legitimate reason for admitting him.
Thank you! That's what I was hoping to hear! I think any MH Pro worth their salt will be able to determine suicide attempt from a coping skill like SI. you've made my evening!

Take care
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tealBumblebee
Thanks for this!
tealBumblebee