A person is directing traffic on a busy street while shouting and making obscene gestures at passing cars. The person has not slept or eaten for 3 days. What features of mania are evident?
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A patient diagnosed with bipolar disorder is dressed in a red leotard and brightly colored scarves. The patient cusses while twirling and shadowboxing. Then the patient says gaily, 'Do you like my scarves? Here... they are my gift to you.' How should the nurse document the patient's mood?
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A patient experiencing mania has not eaten or slept for 3 days. Which nursing diagnosis has priority?
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A patient diagnosed with bipolar disorder is hyperactive and manic after discontinuing lithium. The patient threatens to hit another patient. Which comment by the nurse is appropriate?
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This nursing diagnosis applies to a patient experiencing mania: imbalanced nutrition: less than body requirements, related to insufficient caloric intake and hyperactivity as evidenced by 5-pound weight loss in 4 days. What is the most appropriate outcome related to patient behavior?
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