Asked by zaniah brown on Jun 11, 2024

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A person was directing traffic on a busy street, rapidly shouting, "To work, you jerk, for perks" and making obscene gestures at cars. The person has not slept or eaten for 3 days. Which assessment findings will have priority concern for this patient's plan of care?

A) Insulting, aggressive behavior
B) Pressured speech and grandiosity
C) Hyperactivity; not eating and sleeping
D) Poor concentration and decision making

Pressured Speech

A speech pattern that is accelerated and difficult to interrupt, often occurring in manic episodes of bipolar disorder.

Grandiosity

An exaggerated sense of one's importance, power, knowledge, or identity, often found in manic episodes of bipolar disorder or narcissistic personality disorder.

Hyperactivity

Excessive activity or movement, often lacking in direction or purpose, which can be a symptom of various disorders.

  • Arrange the nursing diagnoses and interventions in order of importance for individuals diagnosed with acute mania.
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Anoop ThakurJun 15, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Safety and physiological needs have the highest priority. Hyperactivity, poor nutrition, hydration, and not sleeping take priority in terms of the needs listed above because they threaten the physical integrity of the patient. The other behaviors are less threatening to the patient's life.