A client diagnosed with bipolar II disorder has a problem statement of impaired social
interactions related to egocentrism. Which short-term correctly written outcome is an appropriate expectation for this client problem?

The client will have an appropriate one-on-one interaction with a peer by day 4.

The client will exchange personal information with peers at lunchtime.

The client will verbalize the desire to interact with peers by day 2.

The client will initiate an appropriate social relationship with a peer.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

A.   This outcome is specific, measurable, and timebound. It addresses the client's impaired social interactions and sets a realistic expectation for improvement within a short timeframe.
B.   While this outcome is specific, it may not be achievable within a short timeframe and may not directly address the issue of egocentrism.
C.   This outcome focuses on verbalization but may not necessarily lead to actual interaction or address the issue of egocentrism.
D.   While this outcome is relevant, it is not as specific or timebound as option A.

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Loss of appetite can be a symptom of PMDD, but it is not the primary manifestation.
B. Insomnia can be a symptom of PMDD, but it is not the primary manifestation.
C. Emotional lability, or rapid and intense mood swings, is a primary manifestation of PMDD.
D. Anxiety can be a symptom of PMDD, but it is not the primary manifestation.

A. Thiamine deficiency B. Hypothalamic and mammillary body lesions C. Inability to learn new skills and short-term memory loss D. Double vision and rapid eye movement

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. Wernicke encephalopathy is caused by thiamine (Vitamin B1) deficiency, but it is not characterized by thiamine deficiency itself.
B. Wernicke encephalopathy is characterized by lesions in the hypothalamus and mammillary bodies in the brain.
C. While cognitive impairment may be present, this is not the primary characteristic of Wernicke encephalopathy.
D. Double vision and rapid eye movement are symptoms of Wernicke encephalopathy, but they are not the irreversible complication itself.

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A client diagnosed with bipolar II disorder has a problem statement of impaired social
interactions related to egocentrism. Which short-term correctly written outcome is an appropriate expectation for this client problem?