Multiple Choice
Which principle should the nurse apply when planning care for a patient who is diagnosed with bipolar disorder and currently in the manic phase?
A) Manic patients respond well to peer pressure.
B) Decreasing stimulation tends to diminish symptoms.
C) Increasing stimulation tends to encourage the patient to focus.
D) Detailed activities will facilitate the patient's ability to self control behavior.
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