Which client's statement is consistent with bipolar disorder?
a. "The last time I had blood drawn at the office, I fainted dead away."
b. "No matter how hard I try, I just can't get into an elevator of any kind."
c. "Everyone knows I can control the financial health of this town with a snap of my fingers."
d. "I worked for Frank Sinatra's band for several months when I lived in New Jersey years ago."
ANS: C
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