A 33-year-old female admitted with bipolar disorder, manic phase, is loud, garishly dressed, hy-perverbal, and hyperactive. Which of the principles should the nurse apply when planning care?
1. Manic clients respond well to peer pressure.
2. Decreasing stimulation tends to diminish symptoms.
3. Increasing stimulation tends to focus the client.
4. Detailed activities will help the client control behavior.
ANS: 4
The only statement that is a valid principle is option 4. The other statements are inaccurate.
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