A Pregnant Client Was in an Automobile Accident,and Presents to the Labor

question 15

Multiple Choice

A pregnant client was in an automobile accident,and presents to the labor suite from the Emergency Department after she presented at the ED with a deep gash on her forearm from the crash.The client was not wearing a seat belt,and was speeding.She now seems highly agitated,is pacing continuously,and is talking very rapidly.The nurse should suspect that this client has what type of psychological disorder?

• A)Schizophrenia
• B)Bipolar disorder,manic phase
• C)Social anxiety disorder
• D)Obsessive-compulsive disorder

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