The husband of a bipolar client asks the nurse what causes manic ...

[jeatrice]

The husband of a bipolar client asks the nurse what causes manic disorder. The nurse should respond
  that the actual cause has not been determined but that
 
  a. several factors, including heredity, may have roles.
  b. excess norepinephrine is probably a major factor.
  c. brain structures have been altered by stress early in life.
  d. bipolar clients may have excess dopamine receptors.

Question 2

Nursing physical assessment of a bulimic client often reveals
 
  a. prominent parotid glands.
  b. peripheral edema.
  c. thin, brittle hair.
  d. amenorrhea.

[briezy]

Answer to Question 1

A
The best explanation at this time is that bipolar disorder is most likely caused by an interplay of
complex independent variables. Various theories implicate genetics, endocrine imbalance, early
stress, and neurotransmitter imbalances.

Answer to Question 2

A
Prominent parotid glands are associated with repeated vomiting. The other options are signs of
anorexia nervosa and are not usually seen in bulimia.

[jeatrice]

Thank you

[briezy]

Happy to help you