Determining suicide risk (Hint: A screen is not enough)
The Journal of Family Practice. 2010 May;59(5):256-260
May 1, 2010|The Journal of Family Practice
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The patient declines an offer of hospitalization. He does, however, agree to quit drinking, and to begin a regimen of antidepressants with more frequent visits to his FP. His FP offers him a referral for psychotherapy, and he agrees to seek immediate help, should he feel unsafe.
CORRESPONDENCE Jess G. Fiedorowicz, MD, 200 Hawkins Drive W278 GH, Iowa City, IA 52242; jess-fiedorowicz@uiowa.edu
