Question-285

A 50 y.o. woman complains of loss of interest in life, she is tearful. She also admits of cutting herself. In the conversation she mentions that life is not worth living. (You cannot clearly understand if she is suicidal or not). After treating caring her wounds on the wrist, what is the management?


a. Start sertraline
b. Contact local mental health crisis team
c. Involuntary admission
d. Organise regular follow up

B
The patient says
No intrest in life
tearful admitting cutting of herself
life is not worth
She is in critical position so the best option is b