The nurse is caring for a client with bipolar disorder who is experiencing a manic episode. To assist the client in reducing the hyperactive behavior, the nurse should plan to do which of the following?
A)
Allow the client to set her own limits on behavior.
B)
Provide a calm, quiet area for client to sit or walk around in.
C)
Engage the client in a quiet game of cards or puzzle solving.
D)
Encourage the client to get involved in a game of volleyball.
B
Explanation:
A)
Providing a calm, quiet environment reduces excessive stimuli and helps the client to be less hyperactive. People in a manic state are unable to safely set their own limits. Cards and puzzles require concentration, which is difficult for the manic person to do and may actually increase agitation. Playing volleyball would probably cause more stimulation.
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B)
Providing a calm, quiet environment reduces excessive stimuli and helps the client to be less hyperactive. People in a manic state are unable to safely set their own limits. Cards and puzzles require concentration, which is difficult for the manic person to do and may actually increase agitation. Playing volleyball would probably cause more stimulation.
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Planning
Psychosocial Integrity: Psychosocial Adaptation
C)
Providing a calm, quiet environment reduces excessive stimuli and helps the client to be less hyperactive. People in a manic state are unable to safely set their own limits. Cards and puzzles require concentration, which is difficult for the manic person to do and may actually increase agitation. Playing volleyball would probably cause more stimulation.
Application
Planning
Psychosocial Integrity: Psychosocial Adaptation
D)
Providing a calm, quiet environment reduces excessive stimuli and helps the client to be less hyperactive. People in a manic state are unable to safely set their own limits. Cards and puzzles require concentration, which is difficult for the manic person to do and may actually increase agitation. Playing volleyball would probably cause more stimulation.
Application
Planning
Psychosocial Integrity: Psychosocial Adaptation
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