Question

. A nurse is planning care for a client who has bipolar disorder and is experiencing mania. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?

1. Withdraw the client’s TV privileges if he does not attend group therapy
2. Encourage the client to take frequent rest periods
3. Encourage the client to spend time in the dayroom
4. Place the client in seclusion when he exhibits sign of anxiety

Answer 1

B. Encourage the client to take frequent rest periods.

Reason is it helps to prevents exhaustion.

Other Nursing Interventions include:

* Provide structured solitary activities with the assistance of a nurse or aide, as Structure provides focus and security.

* Provide frequent high-calorie fluids, which helps to prevents the risk of serious dehydration.

* Maintain a low level of stimuli in clients environment (eg: loud noise, bring light, low temperature ventilation), Helps minimize escalation of anxiety.

* Redirect violent behavior, Physical exercise can decrease tension and provide focus.