A client is exhibiting signs of a manic episode manifested by an elevated mood. Which expression would the nurse expect to assess?

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An elevated mood can be expressed as euphoria (exaggerated feelings of well-being) or elation (feeling "high," "ecstatic," "on top of the world," or "up in the clouds"). An expansive mood is characterized by lack of restraint in expressing feelings; an overvalued sense of self-importance; and a constant and indiscriminate enthusiasm for interpersonal, sexual, or occupational interactions.

A Client Is Exhibiting Signs of a Manic Episode Manifested