While reviewing a chart, you understand the patient you are about to see has a major mental disorder characterized by the occurrence of manic episodes, major depressive episodes, or mixed moods. Which of the following best describes this patient's condition?
A) anxiety attack
B) bipolar disorder
C) neurosis
D) pseudomania

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The description given in the question is characteristic of bipolar disorder, also known as manic-depressive disorder. Anxiety attack, neurosis, and pseudomania do not accurately describe the patient's condition.

While Reviewing a Chart, You Understand the Patient You Are