A 22-year-old man is brought to A&E after cutting his forearms superficially during an argument. He says he "regrets it now" and denies suicidal inten...

Question

A 22-year-old man is brought to A&E after cutting his forearms superficially during an argument. He says he "regrets it now" and denies suicidal intent. He is medically stable. What is the most appropriate next step in management?

Accepted Answer

Arrange a comprehensive psychosocial assessment before discharge

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Discharge immediately with no further assessment

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Admit to a psychiatric ward under the Mental Health Act

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Start antidepressant medication immediately

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Inform his employer without consent

uk-plab-1 MCQ (SBA): Self-harm – psychosocial assessment

A 22-year-old man is brought to A&E after cutting his forearms superficially during an argument. He says he "regrets it now" and denies suicidal intent. He is medically stable. What is the most appropriate next step in management?