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Practice Question

A nurse is caring for a client in the emergency department.

Answer Choices:

Correct Answer:

Stay with the client

Rationale:

💡 Stay with the client: Clients with bipolar disorder, especially if in a manic or agitated state, may be at risk for impulsive or unsafe behavior. Close supervision is critical for safety.

💡 Place the client near the nurses' station: This allows for frequent monitoring, early intervention for escalating behavior, and promotes a safer environment.

💡 Offer finger foods: If the client is experiencing mania, they may be unable to sit still long enough for full meals. Nutrient-dense finger foods help maintain nutrition during periods of hyperactivity.

💡 Caffeinated beverages should be avoided as they can worsen agitation, anxiety, and insomnia in clients with bipolar disorder.

💡 Weighing weekly is routine but not a priority 💡 intervention in the emergency setting unless there are specific weight-related concerns (e.g., lithium toxicity, fluid imbalance).

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Question Details
  • Category: LPN - Nursing Exam(s)
  • Subcategory: ATI Exams
  • Domain: MENTAL HEALTH/PSYCHIATRIC PN
  • Answer Choices: 5
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