Asked by Whitney Clark on Jun 14, 2024
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When a hyperactive patient diagnosed with acute mania is hospitalized, what is the initial nursing intervention?
A) Allow the patient to act out feelings.
B) Set limits on patient behavior as necessary.
C) Provide verbal instructions to the patient to remain calm.
D) Restrain the patient to reduce hyperactivity and aggression.
Acute Mania
A phase of bipolar disorder characterized by a period of extremely elevated mood, energy, and unusual or impulsive behavior.
Initial Nursing Intervention
The first set of actions taken by a nurse to address a patient's healthcare concern or condition.
Hyperactivity
Excessive movement, difficulty with impulse control, and attention difficulties, often related to ADHD.
- Select fitting nursing approaches to contend with aggressive or hyperactive manifestations in bipolar disorder.
- Describe strategies to ensure safety and therapeutic environment for patients experiencing mania.
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Learning Objectives
- Select fitting nursing approaches to contend with aggressive or hyperactive manifestations in bipolar disorder.
- Describe strategies to ensure safety and therapeutic environment for patients experiencing mania.
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