While assessing your patient, you realize the patient is experiencing a manic episode. You will most likely expect (select all that apply):
A.
Decreased need for sleep.
B.
Extreme irritability.
C.
Extreme depression.
D.
A surge of energy.
E.
A loss of interest in ordinary activities.
ANS: A, B, D
Mania is part of the bipolar disorder. The patient's moods shift from mania to depression, both in the extreme. The changes are noticeable and can be described as dramatic. During a manic episode the patient is hyperactive, irritable, reduced need for sleep without signs of depression.
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