Which statement is most likely to be from a patient in a manic episode?
A.
"I don't need to sleep."
B.
"I am Jesus Christ."
C.
"Leave me alone while I am reading this textbook."
D.
"I am worthless."
ANS: A
Manic patients usually have very little need for sleep. Response B is a delusion of grandeur that may be present but is not most likely. Manic patients are unable to concentrate on reading and less likely to make depressive statements in a manic state.
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