A Patient Recently Hospitalized for Two Weeks Committed Suicide During

Multiple Choice

A patient recently hospitalized for two weeks committed suicide during the night. Which initial measure will be most helpful for staff members and other patients regarding this event?

A) Request the public information officer to address inquiries from the local media.
B) Hold a staff meeting to express feelings and plan the care for other patients.
C) Ask the patient's roommate not to discuss the event with other patients.
D) Quickly discharge as many patients as possible to prevent panic.