A Client Diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder: Depressive Phase Intentionally Overdoses

A client diagnosed with bipolar disorder: depressive phase intentionally overdoses on sertraline (Zoloft) . Family reports that the client has experienced anorexia, insomnia, and recent job loss. What should be the priority nursing diagnosis for this client?

A) Risk for suicide R/T hopelessness
B) Anxiety: severe R/T hyperactivity
C) Imbalanced nutrition: less than body requirements R/T refusal to eat
D) Dysfunctional grieving R/T loss of employment

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