Multiple Choice
A client diagnosed with bipolar I disorder is distraught over insomnia experienced over the last 3 nights and a 12-pound weight loss over the past 2 weeks.Which should be this client's priority nursing diagnosis?
A) Knowledge deficit R/T bipolar disorder AEB concern about symptoms
B) Altered nutrition: less than body requirements R/T hyperactivity AEB weight loss
C) Risk for suicide R/T powerlessness AEB insomnia and anorexia
D) Altered sleep patterns R/T mania AEB insomnia for the past 3 nights
Correct Answer:

Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q1: Which client statement would the nurse recognize
Q2: A client on an inpatient unit is
Q4: A client diagnosed with bipolar disorder: depressive
Q5: Which of the following explanations should a
Q6: A nurse begins the intake assessment of
Q7: A client is diagnosed with bipolar I
Q8: After teaching a client about lithium carbonate
Q9: A client diagnosed with bipolar disorder states,"I
Q10: A client is admitted in a manic
Q11: A nurse learns at report that a