A Patient Diagnosed with Depression Paces and Pulls at Clothing

question 1

Multiple Choice

A patient diagnosed with depression paces and pulls at clothing constantly. The patient cannot sit for longer than 5 minutes, even at meals. How should the nurse document this behavior?

• A) Perseveration
• B) Hypomanic activity
• C) Catatonic excitement
• D) Psychomotor agitation

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Neurotransmitters

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DSM-5

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th Edition, a comprehensive classification of officially recognized psychiatric disorders.

Diagnostic Labels

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