A patient diagnosed with bipolar I disorder says, "I will lead the next group about medications
I have studied all the effects and problems with drugs on the Internet, so I can answer patients' questions." How should the nurse document this finding?
a. Flight of ideas
b. Distractibility
c. Limit-testing
d. Grandiosity
D
Grandiosity is reflected when the individual makes statements that show an inflated sense of self-worth. Flight of ideas refers to rapidly shifting topics of conversation. Limit-testing refers to attempting to override the structure of the milieu. Distractibility refers to inability to maintain concentration when environmental stimuli shift.
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