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Short Answer Questions for ED Fellowship Study

Case: Suicidal

A 40-year-old man is brought to your ED after being found alone on a bridge. He was agitated with the paramedics.

1. Excluding age, list (6) features on history that would suggest a medical cause for this presentation. 6 marks

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During the assessment he becomes agitated and requests to leave.

2. List the elements required to demonstrate competence. 4 marks

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He describes ongoing suicidal ideation, you determine he requires involuntary treatment.

3. Other than age and gender, list (8) factors that would increase his risk of completing suicide. 8 marks

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