Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 69%
Full-length
The nurse is caring for a client with bipolar disorder who is hospitalized for an acute manic episode. Which of the following actions would the nurse expect to be included in the client's plan of care? Select all that apply.
Correct answer
B,C,D,E,F
Rationale
During a manic episode, a private room (B) minimizes stimuli, appropriate clothing (C) supports dignity, group therapy (D) fosters socialization, physical activity (E) channels energy, and dining with others (F) promotes normalcy. Planning an outing (A) is inappropriate due to impulsivity risks.