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erika · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

The nurse is caring for a patient with bipolar disorder who is agitated and telling everyone he is the king of England. The nurse will select which nursing diagnosis as appropriate for this patient?

1. Self-care deficit
2. Ineffective coping
3. Disturbed sleep pattern
4. Alteration in thought processes

Question 2

The nurse knows that treatment of patients diagnosed with depressive disorder includes which long-term goals? Select all that apply.

1. Achieving complete remission
2. Maintaining adherence with therapy
3. Promoting regular patterns of activity
4. Restoring to appropriate weight
5. Minimizing functional impairment

pangili4 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: 4
Explanation: Patients experiencing mania typically exhibit altered thought processes evidenced by agitation and delusions. Self-care deficit, ineffective coping, and disturbed sleep patterns are not evident in this scenario.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 1, 2, 3, 5
Explanation: Achieving complete remission is an appropriate long-term goal for patients with depressive disorders. Complete remission is possible only with the coordinated efforts of patients, families, and providers. Maintaining adherence with therapy, promoting regular patterns of activity, and anticipating stressors and minimizing functional impairment are appropriate for patients with depressive disorders, as well as for patients with bipolar disorders. Weight restoration is an appropriate goal for patients with anorexia nervosa.