Bipolar Test Bank Exam Questions With 100% Correct Answers
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Bipolar Test Bank Exam Questions With
100% Correct Answers
A highly agitated client paces the unit and states, I could buy and sell this place. The clients
mood fluctuates from fits of laughter to outbursts of anger. Which is the most accurate
documentation of this clients behavior?
A. Rates m...
Bipolar Test Bank Exam Questions With
100% Correct Answers
A highly agitated client paces the unit and states, I could buy and sell this place. The clients
mood fluctuates from fits of laughter to outbursts of anger. Which is the most accurate
documentation of this clients behavior?
A. Rates mood 8/10. Exhibiting looseness of association. Euphoric.
B. Mood euthymic. Exhibiting magical thinking. Restless.
C. Mood labile. Exhibiting delusions of reference. Hyperactive.
D. Agitated and pacing. Exhibiting grandiosity. Mood labile. - answer✔D
A client diagnosed with bipolar I disorder is distraught over insomnia experienced over the last 3
nights and a 12-pound weight loss over the past 2 weeks. Which should be this clients priority
nursing diagnosis?
A. Knowledge deficit R/T bipolar disorder AEB concern about symptoms
B. Altered nutrition: less than body requirements R/T hyperactivity AEB weight loss
C. Risk for suicide R/T powerlessness AEB insomnia and anorexia
D. Altered sleep patterns R/T mania AEB insomnia for the past 3 nights - answer✔B
A nurse is planning care for a client diagnosed with bipolar disorder: manic episode. In which
order should the nurse prioritize the listed client outcomes?
Client Outcomes:
1. Maintains nutritional status.
2. Interacts appropriately with peers.
3. Remains free from injury.
4. Sleeps 6 to 8 hours a night.
D. 1, 4, 2, 3 - answer✔C
A client diagnosed with bipolar disorder: depressive episode intentionally overdoses on sertraline
(Zoloft). Family reports that the client has experienced anorexia, insomnia, and recent job loss.
What should be the priority nursing diagnosis for this client?
A. Risk for suicide R/T hopelessness
B. Anxiety: severe R/T hyperactivity
C. Imbalanced nutrition: less than body requirements R/T refusal to eat
D. Dysfunctional grieving R/T loss of employment - answer✔A
A client diagnosed with bipolar I disorder: manic episode refuses to take lithium carbonate
because he complains that it makes him feel sick. Which of the following medications might be
alternatively prescribed for mood stabilization in bipolar disorders?
A. Sertraline (Zoloft)
B. Valproic acid (Depakote)
C. Trazodone (Desyrel)
D. Paroxetine (Paxil) - answer✔B
A client diagnosed with bipolar I disorder is exhibiting severe manic behaviors. A physician
prescribes lithium carbonate (Eskalith) and olanzapine (Zyprexa). The clients spouse questions
the Zyprexa order. Which is the appropriate nursing reply?
A. Zyprexa in combination with Eskalith cures manic symptoms.
B. Zyprexa prevents extrapyramidal side effects.
C. Zyprexa ensures a good nights sleep.
D. Zyprexa calms hyperactivity until the Eskalith takes effect. - answer✔D
A client began taking lithium for the treatment of bipolar disorder approximately 1 month ago.
The client asks if it is normal to have gained 12 pounds in this time frame. Which is the
appropriate nursing reply?
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