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Practice Question

A nurse who works in a psychiatric unit is caring for a client who has bipolar disorder. The client comes to the nurse's station at 0300 demanding that the nurse call the provider immediately. Which of the following responses by the nurse is appropriate?

Answer Choices:

Correct Answer:

"You must be very upset about something."

Rationale:

✔️ "You must be very upset about something" is an example of therapeutic communication that acknowledges the client’s feelings without confrontation or judgment.

✔️ This response helps de-escalate the situation by showing empathy and understanding, which is especially important when caring for clients in the manic or agitated phase of bipolar disorder.

✔️ It opens the door for the client to express their concerns more clearly, allowing the nurse to assess whether the issue requires provider notification or can be managed on the unit.

✔️ This approach maintains professional boundaries while still addressing the client’s emotional state, preserving safety and trust in the nurse-client relationship.

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This question is from NUR 2522 Mental Health ~ Summer 2025 which contains 26 questions.

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A nurse is caring for a client who has bipolar disorder and is in the manic phase. The client says he is bored. Which of the following activities is appropriate for the nurse to suggest to this client?

Answer Choices:

A. Participating in a basketball game in the gym.
B. Watching a video with a group in the day room.
C. Joining a group discussion about a local election.
D. Walking with the nurse in the courtyard.
A nurse in a mental health facility is planning care for a client who has obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and is newly admitted to the unit. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take regarding the client's compulsive behaviors?

Answer Choices:

A. Plan the client's schedule to allow time for rituals.
B. Set strict limits on the behaviors so that the client can conform to the unit rules and schedules.
C. Confront the client about the senseless nature of the repetitive behaviors.
D. Isolate the client for a period of time.
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NUR 2522 Mental Health ~ Summer 2025

26 Questions

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Question Details
  • Category: RN - Nursing Exam(s)
  • Subcategory: ATI Exams
  • Domain: ATI MENTAL HEALTH/PSYCHIATRIC NURSING
  • Answer Choices: 4
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