Date of Graduation

Spring 5-15-2025

Document Type

Project

Degree Name

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

College/School

School of Nursing and Health Professions

Department/Program

Nursing

Program

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

First Advisor

Dr. Alicia Kletter

Second Advisor

Dr. Deepika Goyal

Abstract

Background: Suicide among adolescents and youth is a serious public health issue that requires immediate intervention to reduce ideation and death. The increasing rate of suicide among children and adolescents has a profound effect on families, friends, and the community.

Problem: Suicide among school aged children and adolescents can create significant challenges for school nurses, who are often the first contact for students who recognize suicidal ideation and mental health crises. This issue is particularly significant for the Alameda school nurses in California, as they play a significant role in identifying and supporting students in a crisis.

Methods: A suicide prevention education training was developed as part of a Doctor of Nursing Practice evidence-based change of practice project. Interventions: A suicide prevention education training was implemented for the Alameda School Nurses. A 90-minute presentation was delivered over zoom. Pre and post quizzes were distributed to participants through Qualtrics survey to assess and evaluate participants knowledge.

Results: Pre and post knowledge quizzes showed an average increase of 16.26% in knowledge regarding suicide prevention education. Among the 18 participants, 47% had been involved with supporting children or adolescent with suicidal ideation or attempts while 53% had not been involved.

Conclusion: This suicide prevention education training was a cost- effective intervention that supported school nurses’ knowledge and demonstrated an increased in knowledge regarding suicide prevention measures. Project limitations, benefits, and sustainability for long term were also evaluated.

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