[Verified Answer]: The patient says, “I trust you, so I am…

The patient says, “I trust you, so I am going to tell you a secret. I am going to end it all by going for a long swim in the ocean.” What would the nurse do first? Tell the patient that intent to harm self must be reported to the health care team. Ask the patient to elaborate on the meaning of “end it all” and “long swim.” Thank the patient for the trust and promise to keep the information confidential. Stay with patient and wait for him to express his thoughts and feelings.