A Hyperactive, Aggressive Patient Diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder Threatens to Physically

question 1

Multiple Choice

A hyperactive, aggressive patient diagnosed with bipolar disorder threatens to physically assault another patient.What initial nursing intervention should be implemented?

• A) Provide firm verbal limits.
• B) Place the patient in seclusion.
• C) Ask the patient, "Why are you so angry?"
• D) Distract the patient with diversional activities.

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