Author Question: The advanced practice nurse is working with a young adult who is having her first manic episode and ... (Read 58 times)

audie · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

The advanced practice nurse is working with a young adult who is having her first manic episode and is newly diagnosed with bipolar I disorder.

The advanced practice nurse meets with the client's family to discuss the diagnosis and to provide support. The nurse understands that the MOST important information that families need to know early is about: a. the disease and what to expect
b. the threat of genetically passing on the disease
c. what caused the manic episode
d. their own risk of getting the disease

Question 2

A nurse is caring for a 5-year-old child with Tourette syndrome. Which class of medications is effective in the treatment of Tourette syndrome?

A) Neuroleptics
B) Antimanics
C) Tricyclic antidepressants
D) MAOIs (monoamine oxidase inhibitors)

coreycathey · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A
The most important information for the advanced practice nurse to supply the family is information about the disease and what to expect. Because individuals with mania may rapidly cycle into depression, the risk of self-injury and suicide must be discussed with the family. In this situation the nurse's role is one of both support and listening as well as one of educating.

Answer to Question 2

A