Assessment and management of patients at risk for suicide

2013

(For resources, this is the publication date. For programs, this is the date posted.)

Information

Guidelines/Recommendations
Department of Veterans Affairs
Department of Veterans Affairs

The guideline describes the critical decision points in the management of Suicidal Risk Behavior (SRB) for suicidal self-directed violent behavior and provides clear and comprehensive evidence-based recommendations incorporating current information and practices for practitioners throughout the DoD and VA Health Care systems. The guideline is intended to improve patient outcomes and local management of patients with SRB.

Disclaimer:This Clinical Practice Guideline is intended for use only as a tool to assist a clinician/healthcare professional and should not be used to replace clinical judgment.