psychiatric emergencies are a common and serious problems which supposes an acute psychic disturbance of thoughts, emotions and behaviors.lmplying potential danger for the patient himself and for others.
very often the patient is taken to the emergency to find his will, either by his family or the police because of his disorganized behavior.
once the patient is taken, it is important to investigate some aspects such as:
time of evolution of the symptoms, previous similar episodes, precipitating factors, family psychiatric background, abrupt withdrawal of drugs.
it is necessary to guide a syndromatic diagnosis to initiate the necessary therapeutic management. The patients that require hospitalization are those that present a high degree of danger for simismos or for the society as well as those that do not fulfill ambuñatorio treatment or that do not have the familiar support.
Suicidal attempt
Suicide is the deliberate and conscious act of killing oneself. It is a universal phenomenon, that is, it can be presented to any person regardless of race, country, time of year, only the method used before this phenomenon is related to the sociocultural context that the person has.
According to the degree of lethal intention, suicidal behaviors are classified,
suicide
suicidal attempt
suicidal gesture
suicidal threat
suicidal behavior
suicidal ideation
imminent risk indicators:direct or indirect communication of a suicidal idea, farewell attitudes (visit relatives or friends, gifts of clothes or favorite clothes), close or fix their economic affairs, sudden changes of mind, detailed planning to avoid being rescued, previous suicide attempts , family or financial crises.
conduct to follow in the suicide attempt
- ensure patient survival
- prevent the consummation or repetition of the act
- start corresponding treatment
- request interconsultation with psychiatry
Suicide is the second leading cause of death in the age group of 15 to 29 years. annually, nearly 800,000 people take their lives and many more try to do so.
50% of these patients consult three months before or ask for help from their closest relatives. Without realizing it, it is often in our hands to save lives without being doctors and we do not do it because of the lack of information and seriousness at the moment.
Now you know, friend of steemit, do not miss the opportunity and be part. Say no to suicide.
