A Patient Experiencing Acute Mania Dances Around the Unit, Seldom

question 17

Multiple Choice

A patient experiencing acute mania dances around the unit, seldom sits, monopolizes conversations, interrupts, and intrudes. Which nursing intervention will best assist the patient with energy conservation?

• A) Monitor physiological functioning.
• B) Provide a subdued environment.
• C) Supervise personal hygiene.
• D) Observe for mood changes.

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Definitions:

F Statistic

A ratio of variances used in the analysis of variance (ANOVA) to assess the significance of the difference between group means.

Least Squares Regression

A statistical method used to determine the line of best fit by minimizing the sum of squares of the differences between observed values and those predicted by a linear model.

P-value

The probability of obtaining test results at least as extreme as the results actually observed, under the assumption that the null hypothesis is correct.

Significant

Indicating a statistically meaningful relationship or difference in data, often determined by achieving a p-value below a predefined threshold.