A client with suicidal thoughts is admitted to an adult inpatient behavioral health unit. What should the nurse do first? 1. Initiate suicide precautions with face-to-face observation of the client at...

A client with suicidal thoughts is admitted to an adult inpatient behavioral health unit. What should the nurse do first?

1. Initiate suicide precautions with face-to-face observation of the client at all times.

2. Place the client on suicide watch and have a family member remain with the client.

3. Question the client further about the suicidal thoughts and plans.

4. Confine the client to his or her room and post a staff member at the door to observe the client's actions.