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kamilo84

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on: Jul 19, 2018
During an interview, a patient with mania demonstrates very rapid speech and talks continuously and loudly. The patient's speech pattern is best documented as:
 
  a. tangential.
  b. pressured.
  c. inappropriate.
  d. circumlocution.

Question 2

Which therapy would MOST likely lead to better outcomes for a client who has bipolar disorder?
 
  a. psychotherapy alone
  b. psychoanalysis combined with antimanic medication
  c. antimanic medication and group therapy
  d. medication alone


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Anna

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Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B
Pressured speech is rapid, forcefully delivered speech that is often loud and excessive.

Answer to Question 2

C
Better outcomes for clients with bipolar disorder result from the administration of antimanic medications along with group therapy. The medications will address symptoms related to the disorder, including: irritability, delusions, hallucinations, and so on. Group therapy will provide the client with an opportunity to develop socialization skills and improve interpersonal relationships.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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:D TYSM

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