During the health history, a client bluntly states, “I think I'm better off dead.” The best response by the nurse is which of the following? 1. “Has a family member ever committed suicide?” 2. “When...

During the health history, a client bluntly states, “I think I'm better off dead.” The best response by the nurse is which of the following?

1. “Has a family member ever committed suicide?”

2. “When did these feelings begin?”

3. “Do you have someone at home to help you?”

4. “Are you thinking about suicide?”