A Patient Diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder Is Dressed in a Red

question 33

Multiple Choice

A patient diagnosed with bipolar disorder is dressed in a red leotard and bright scarves. The patient twirls and shadow boxes. The patient says gaily, "Do you like my scarves? Here they are my gift to you." How should the nurse document the patient's mood?

• A) Euphoric
• B) Irritable
• C) Suspicious
• D) Confident

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Definitions:

Triage Nurse

A nursing professional specialized in assessing patients at their arrival in a healthcare setting to prioritize their treatment based on the severity of their condition.

Hippocampus

A crucial part of the brain's limbic system involved in the formation of new memories and associated with learning and emotions.

Cortex

is the outer layer of the brain involved in high-level functions such as consciousness, thought, emotion, reasoning, language, and memory.

Neurons

Specialized cells within the nervous system that transmit information to other nerve cells, muscle, or gland cells.