The nurse is assessing a client for hypomania. Which findings does the nurse associate with this condition? Select all that apply.
A) Impaired functioning
B) Euphoria
C) Psychosis
D) Increased energy
E) Hallucinations
B) Euphoria
D) Increased energy
Explanation: A) Hypomania is less extreme in presentation than mania. Typically, the individual experiencing hypomania does not experience impairment in function or need hospitalization. Psychosis does not occur. Despite feelings of euphoria and increased energy during episodes of hypomania, the individual might not be aware that a change has occurred. Family members and coworkers, however, are aware of both mood and behavior changes.
B) Hypomania is less extreme in presentation than mania. Typically, the individual experiencing hypomania does not experience impairment in function or need hospitalization. Psychosis does not occur. Despite feelings of euphoria and increased energy during episodes of hypomania, the individual might not be aware that a change has occurred. Family members and coworkers, however, are aware of both mood and behavior changes.
C) Hypomania is less extreme in presentation than mania. Typically, the individual experiencing hypomania does not experience impairment in function or need hospitalization. Psychosis does not occur. Despite feelings of euphoria and increased energy during episodes of hypomania, the individual might not be aware that a change has occurred. Family members and coworkers, however, are aware of both mood and behavior changes.
D) Hypomania is less extreme in presentation than mania. Typically, the individual experiencing hypomania does not experience impairment in function or need hospitalization. Psychosis does not occur. Despite feelings of euphoria and increased energy during episodes of hypomania, the individual might not be aware that a change has occurred. Family members and coworkers, however, are aware of both mood and behavior changes.
E) Hypomania is less extreme in presentation than mania. Typically, the individual experiencing hypomania does not experience impairment in function or need hospitalization. Psychosis, including hallucinations, does not occur. Despite feelings of euphoria and increased energy during episodes of hypomania, the individual might not be aware that a change has occurred. Family members and coworkers, however, are aware of both mood and behavior changes.
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