A 15-year-old girl in a remote community presents after disclosing suicidal ideation without a specific plan. She has depressed mood and reports bully...

Question

A 15-year-old girl in a remote community presents after disclosing suicidal ideation without a specific plan. She has depressed mood and reports bullying at school. According to best practice in youth mental health, what is the most appropriate immediate action?

Accepted Answer

Arrange timely mental health assessment, involve family or carers where safe, and develop a safety plan

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Discharge without follow-up as there is no plan

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Start high-dose antidepressants immediately without assessment

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Rely solely on school counsellor without medical input

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Call police to detain her under mental health legislation immediately

au-amc MCQ (SBA): Suicidal ideation in adolescents

A 15-year-old girl in a remote community presents after disclosing suicidal ideation without a specific plan. She has depressed mood and reports bullying at school. According to best practice in youth mental health, what is the most appropriate immediate action?