When teaching a client with newly diagnosed bipolar I disorder, ...

[rlane42]

When teaching a client with newly diagnosed bipolar I disorder, the nurse states that the difference between bipolar I disorder and bipolar II disorder is what?
 
  A) Bipolar I disorder is often more disruptive than bipolar II disorder.
  B) Bipolar I disorder more often affects women.
  C) Bipolar I disorder is characterized by hypomanic episodes.
  D) Bipolar I disorder involves altered moods of anger and paranoia.

Question 2

The nurse is carrying out the nursing process in the care of a client who has been diagnosed with body dysmorphic disorder (BDD). Which of the following goals should be prioritized in the planning of this client's care?
 
  A) The client will experience diminished episodes of delusional thinking.
  B) The client will verbalize acceptance of appearance.
  C) The client will demonstrate measures to reduce body mass index.
  D) The client will demonstrate actions that promote health maintenance.

[bimper21]

Answer to Question 1

Ans: A
Bipolar I disorder is often more severe, thus symptoms tend to create more disruption in functioning compared to bipolar II disorder. Bipolar I disorder is characterized by one or more manic or mixed episodes in which the individual experiences rapidly alternating moods accompanied by symptoms of a manic mood and a major depressive episode.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B
Central to BDD is a lack of acceptance of physical appearance. Consequently, acceptance of appearance is a priority in the care of a client with BDD. The thinking that characterizes the disorder is not classified as delusional. Promoting health maintenance is a relevant goal but is not specific to BDD. Reducing BMI does not address the etiology of BDD.

[rlane42]

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[sailorcrescent]

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