A nurse is collecting data on a client and finds that Ari is always manic but has had one depressive episode in the last year. Which of the following diagnosis should the nurse suspect?

A nurse is caring for a client who is unable to make any decisions for themself and needs constant reassurance. The nurse should identify that these are manifestations of which of the following personality disorders?

A nurse on the mental health unit is caring for a client who has bipolar disorder and comes to the nurse's station at 0300 demanding to see the provider. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?

A nurse is collecting data from a client who has bipolar disorder with mania. Which of the following findings is the nurse's priority?

A nurse is caring for a client who has delusional behavior. The client states, "I can't go to group today. I am expecting a high level official to visit me!" Which of the following responses should the nurse make?

A nurse in a community clinic is speaking to a parent who expresses concern for her adolescent son. Which of the following statements by the mother should indicate to the nurse that the adolescent is at risk for suicide?

A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has severe depression following the loss of her spouse. When identifying client goals, which of the following goals should the nurse identify as the highest priority?

The nurse is teaching the family of a client about the signs and symptoms of major depression prior to the discharge of their loved one from an inpatient stay after a suicide attempt. Which statement by a family member warrants further education by the nurse?

A nurse is caring for a client in a manic state of her Bipolar disorder. The client is dancing around the dayroom of the inpatient lounge. When she twirled her skirt it was obvious she was not wearing any underwear. The nurse enters the area and distracts her. She takes her to her room to put on underwear. Why did the nurse take this action?

A nurse is collecting data on a client and finds that Ari is always manic but has had one depressive episode in the last year. Which of the following diagnosis should the nurse suspect?

A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with a client who has several new prescriptions for psychotropic medications. The client tells the nurse that she has always had trouble following a medication regimen. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?