title: An adequate response to a cry for help? Parasuicide patients' perceptions of their nursing care.
abstract: People admitted to hospital after a failed suicide attempt present a real challenge to nurses. A survey of parasuicide patients revealed that most felt isolated and ignored during their hospital stay. By sparing time to talk, nurses can help motivate patients to make a new start.
authors.forename: R
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Dunleavey
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D001294:Attitude to Health; D006801:Humans; D009732:Nursing Care / Q000523:psychology / Q000592:standards*; D017060:Patient Satisfaction; D016728:Self-Injurious Behavior; D013406:Suicide, Attempted / Q000523:psychology*