Suicide is most likely to occur: A. On admission to a ...

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Suicide is most likely to occur:
 
  A.
  On admission to a psychiatric hospital.
  B.
  At the beginning of psychotherapy.
  C.
  As the depression begins lifting.
  D.
  When the depression deepens.

Question 2

While assessing your patient, you realize the patient is experiencing a manic episode. You will most likely expect (select all that apply):
 
  A.
  Decreased need for sleep.
  B.
  Extreme irritability.
  C.
  Extreme depression.
  D.
  A surge of energy.
  E.
  A loss of interest in ordinary activities.

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
As depression lifts, the patient may have more energy to carry out a suicide plan.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, D
Mania is part of the bipolar disorder. The patient's moods shift from mania to depression, both in the extreme. The changes are noticeable and can be described as dramatic. During a manic episode the patient is hyperactive, irritable, reduced need for sleep without signs of depression.

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