Which Initial Nursing Intervention Should Be Planned for a Newly

question 32

Multiple Choice

Which initial nursing intervention should be planned for a newly admitted patient with acute mania?

• A) Allow the patient to act out suppressed feelings because the environment is safe.
• B) Provide verbal instructions to the patient to remain calm and cooperative.
• C) Be accessible to set limits on the patient's behavior as necessary.
• D) Restrain the patient to reduce hyperactivity and aggression.

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Definitions:

Inherited

Traits or characteristics that are passed down from parents to their offspring through genes.

Sibling

A person's brother or sister, including those related by blood, adoption, or marriage.

Same Environments

Situations or conditions in which individuals are exposed to identical or very similar external surroundings, often used in research to study genetic and environmental influences.

ADHD

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by problems with focus, hyperactivity, and impulsiveness.