A Patient Experiencing Mania Has Not Eaten or Slept for 3

question 6

Multiple Choice

A patient experiencing mania has not eaten or slept for 3 days. Which nursing diagnosis has priority?

• A) Risk for injury
• B) Ineffective coping
• C) Impaired social interaction
• D) Ineffective therapeutic regimen management

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Definitions:

Behavior Genetics

A field of study that examines the role of genetic and environmental influences on behavior.

Biology

An analysis of living beings and life forms, emphasizing their physical structure, operational functions, developmental processes, evolutionary backgrounds, and geographical spread.

Nature

The inherent qualities or characteristics of something, or the physical world collectively, including plants, animals, and landscapes.

Nurture

The influence of external factors like environment, education, and experience on the development and behavior of an individual.