Which of the following sleep patterns is suggestive of a manic episode?
A) A client stays awake for several days and nights before "crashing" and sleeping for a long period.
B) A client experiences day-night reversal, sleeping until late in the afternoon, and going to bed near dawn.
C) A client reports having fitful sleep that is characterized by frequent awakenings and nightmares.
D) A client takes multiple short naps at varied times throughout the day and night.
Ans: A
During a manic episode, an individual will typically go several nights without sleep before collapsing from exhaustion.
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