You have assessed a person’s suicidal desire, intent, capability, and buffers, and you believe they are at imminent risk and possibly unwilling to safety plan, what should you do? Select one answer.

Question

Try to collaborate on a safety plan, including discussing options other than emergency service intervention

Contact 911 immediately

Transfer the person to your supervisor

Tell them to give their therapist a call

Answer 1

In a situation where a person is at imminent risk of suicide and possibly unwilling to safety plan, the most appropriate action would be to:

Contact 911 immediately.

This ensures that the individual receives the urgent help they require. Safety should always be the top priority in such circumstances.