Question

A 29-year-old man presents to A&E with self-inflicted superficial cuts to his forearms after an argument with his partner. He says he now regrets the act and denies current plans to harm himself. According to NICE self-harm guidance, what is the most appropriate next step?

Accepted Answer

Conduct a comprehensive psychosocial assessment of needs, risk and strengths before discharge or referral

Answer

Discharge immediately because the injuries are superficial

Answer

Call the police to remove him from the department

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Admit him involuntarily under the Mental Health Act solely on the basis of the self-harm

Answer

Suture the wounds and arrange only a routine GP appointment

Practice question

A 29-year-old man presents to A&E with self-inflicted superficial cuts to his forearms after an argument with his partner. He says he now regrets the act and denies current plans to harm himself. According to NICE self-harm guidance, what is the most appropriate next step?