Swift River Simulations 2.0: Avery
Vergara: Bipolar Disorder Exam
Questions And Answers.
Avery Vergara, 38-year-old male, is brought to the mental health facility by his spouse who
states he has been displaying manifestations of mania over the past few weeks. The spouse
states that Avery was diagnosed with bipolar disorder two years ago, after experiencing several
episodes of mania that were followed by stages of major depression. The spouse believes her
husband has stopped taking their prescribed medications.
Which of the following concerns should the nurse identify for the client? (Select all that apply.) -
Answer Safety: Injury prevention
Physiological: Nutrition
Psychosocial: Stress and Coping
Health Promotion: Self Care
Safety: Self-harm
Psychosocial: Mood and Affect
Avery Vergara, 38-year-old male
Admit for observation. Begin cognitive behavior therapy and medication regimen with lithium.
Which of the following items in the client's medical record are indications of bipolar disorder?
(Select all that apply.) - Answer Family Hx
Nutritional Intake
Personal Hygiene
Episodes of Depression
Sleep Deprivation
Avery Vergara, 38-year-old male
The nurse has updated the provider on Avery's condition and is preparing a plan of care.
Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care? (Select all
that apply.) - Answer Maintain a low level of stimuli in the client's environment.
Place the client in a private room.
Offer frequent, high calorie finger food and liquids.
Vergara: Bipolar Disorder Exam
Questions And Answers.
Avery Vergara, 38-year-old male, is brought to the mental health facility by his spouse who
states he has been displaying manifestations of mania over the past few weeks. The spouse
states that Avery was diagnosed with bipolar disorder two years ago, after experiencing several
episodes of mania that were followed by stages of major depression. The spouse believes her
husband has stopped taking their prescribed medications.
Which of the following concerns should the nurse identify for the client? (Select all that apply.) -
Answer Safety: Injury prevention
Physiological: Nutrition
Psychosocial: Stress and Coping
Health Promotion: Self Care
Safety: Self-harm
Psychosocial: Mood and Affect
Avery Vergara, 38-year-old male
Admit for observation. Begin cognitive behavior therapy and medication regimen with lithium.
Which of the following items in the client's medical record are indications of bipolar disorder?
(Select all that apply.) - Answer Family Hx
Nutritional Intake
Personal Hygiene
Episodes of Depression
Sleep Deprivation
Avery Vergara, 38-year-old male
The nurse has updated the provider on Avery's condition and is preparing a plan of care.
Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care? (Select all
that apply.) - Answer Maintain a low level of stimuli in the client's environment.
Place the client in a private room.
Offer frequent, high calorie finger food and liquids.
