{"id":136237,"date":"2024-09-10T10:50:51","date_gmt":"2024-09-10T10:50:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/learnexams.com\/blog\/?p=136237"},"modified":"2024-09-10T10:50:54","modified_gmt":"2024-09-10T10:50:54","slug":"while-conducting-an-admission-assessment-of-a-female-client-with-bipolar-disorder","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.learnexams.com\/blog\/2024\/09\/10\/while-conducting-an-admission-assessment-of-a-female-client-with-bipolar-disorder\/","title":{"rendered":"While conducting an admission assessment of a female client with bipolar disorder"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

While conducting an admission assessment of a female client with bipolar disorder, the client suddenly starts to undress and throw her clothes around the room.
What should be the nurse\u2019s initial action?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A.
Switch to less anxiety-provoking Questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

B.
Ignore the client\u2019s inappropriate behavior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

C.
Leave the client\u2019s room so she can act out her anxiety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

D.
State that it is unacceptable to undress during the interview.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Correct Answer and Explanation is:<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The correct answer is D. State that it is unacceptable to undress during the interview<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Explanation:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition characterized by extreme mood swings, including emotional highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression). When a client with bipolar disorder exhibits manic behavior, such as suddenly undressing or throwing clothes, it often reflects impulsivity, a lack of boundaries, and disinhibition. The client may be experiencing a manic episode marked by heightened energy, inappropriate behavior, or irritability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this scenario, the nurse must maintain therapeutic boundaries while ensuring the client’s dignity and safety. The client\u2019s behavior of undressing in public is inappropriate and should be addressed immediately but tactfully. The goal is to provide structure and set clear limits in a non-confrontational, calm manner, which will help reduce the risk of further escalation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By stating that it is unacceptable to undress during the interview, the nurse reinforces social norms and boundary setting, which is essential for clients in manic episodes. The statement provides a clear and respectful reminder of appropriate behavior, helping the client understand their actions. It is important to follow this up by offering assistance, such as helping the client redress or guiding them to a quieter environment where they can calm down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Other Options Are Incorrect:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
    \n
  • A. Switching to less anxiety-provoking questions<\/strong> may not address the core issue. The client\u2019s behavior is not just anxiety-driven but a symptom of mania, which requires immediate boundary setting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • B. Ignoring the behavior<\/strong> is not advisable as it may reinforce inappropriate actions and undermine the therapeutic relationship. The nurse must intervene to protect the client\u2019s dignity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • C. Leaving the room<\/strong> could put the client at risk of further inappropriate or potentially harmful behavior. The nurse should stay present to maintain control and ensure the client\u2019s safety.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Effective communication and limit-setting are key strategies in managing manic behavior in clients with bipolar disorder, helping them maintain dignity while managing their symptoms.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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