When assessing a patient complaining of depression, which of the following would be most suggestive that the patient is at risk for suicide?

A previous attempt at suicide is highly suggestive of a patient's risk for suicide. This is compounded by the depression, which can exacerbate suicidal feelings and willingness to carry out the act to finality. Persons contemplating suicide typically give possessions away and do not store them. Hostility towards family members in and of itself is not an indication of the potential for suicide. While a diagnosis of medical condition can predispose one to consider suicide, these conditions are generally terminal (e.g., cancer, HIV infection). Hypertension is generally treatable with lifestyle modification and medications.