Which nursing diagnosis is a priority for both a patient with depression and one with acute mania?
a. Deficient diversional activity
b. Disturbed sleep pattern
c. Fluid volume excess
d. Defensive coping
B
Physical needs of patients with mood disorders include sleep disturbances. This possible problem should be monitored consistently. While the other diagnoses may apply, sleep problems are the priority.
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