The nurse is caring for a patient with bipolar disorder who is agitated and telling everyone he is the king of England. The nurse will select which nursing diagnosis as appropriate for this patient?

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4. Patients experiencing mania typically exhibit altered thought processes evidenced by agitation and delusions. Self-care deficit, ineffective coping, and disturbed sleep patterns are not evident in this scenario.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient with Bipolar Disorder