The nurse is caring for a patient with bipolar disorder. The patient tells the nurse, I don't know why God gave me this disease. It is so tough to deal with this condition. What is the nurse's best response?
1. You mentioned God. Do you have a religion that you follow?
2. You're right, it is tough. Try to remember that God only gives you what you can handle.
3. You mentioned God. Is your faith something that is important to you when dealing with your illness?
4. You're right, it is hard to deal with your condition. Perhaps joining a support group would help you.
Question 2
The nurse is caring for a patient who has suicidal ideations. The patient tells the nurse, My boyfriend told the cops that I was planning to kill myself. That's why I'm in the hospital. What is the nurse's best response?
1. Do you feel you need to be in the hospital?
2. Your boyfriend must love you very much, right?
3. Your boyfriend thought you were planning to kill yourself?
4. Do you think your boyfriend meant well by telling the police you were planning to kill yourself?
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