A Client Diagnosed with Bipolar I Disorder Is Distraught Over

question 8

Multiple Choice

A client diagnosed with Bipolar I Disorder is distraught over insomnia experienced over the last 3 nights and a 12-pound weight loss over the past 2 weeks.Which should be this client's priority nursing diagnosis?

• A)Knowledge deficit R/T bipolar disorder AEB concern about symptoms
• B)Altered nutrition: less than body requirements R/T hyperactivity AEB weight loss
• C)Risk for suicide R/T powerlessness AEB insomnia and anorexia
• D)Altered sleep patterns R/T mania AEB insomnia for the past 3 nights

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Definitions:

Critical Thinking

The process of objectively analyzing and evaluating an issue in order to form a judgment.

Evaluating

The process of assessing or examining something with the possibility or intention of instituting change if necessary.

Listening Process

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Nonverbal Clues

Subtle signals or cues expressed through body language, facial expressions, and other physical behaviors that communicate feelings or intentions.