A school nurse interviews the parent of a middle school student, who is exhibiting behavioral problems, including substance abuse, following a sibling's suicide. The parent says, “I am a single parent...

A school nurse interviews the parent of a middle school student, who is exhibiting behavioral problems, including substance abuse, following a sibling's suicide. The parent says, “I am a single parent who has to work hard to support my family and now, I've lost my only son and my daughter is acting out and making me crazy! I just can't take all this stress!” Which of the following issues is the priority?

1. Parent's ability to emotionally support the adolescent in this crisis.

2. Potential suicidal thoughts/plans of both family members.

3. The adolescent's anger.

4. The parent's frustration.