The mental health unit separates from others a male patient who repeatedly talks rapidly,makes sexual comments to female patients,and touches them inappropriately.While reviewing his medical records,which diagnosis can the nurse best anticipate for this patient?

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Patients with bipolar disorder,particularly during manic phases,are likely to be preoccupied with pleasurable activities and commonly display increased sexual activity in the form of verbalizing and acting out.Depressed patients often experience loss of interest in all activities,including pleasant ones,and are not likely to exhibit this type of behavior.Patients with schizophrenia experience delusions that interfere with sexuality,so would not likely display this behavior.Patients who have Alzheimer's disease are often confused in earlier stages and nonresponsive in later stages.This patient would not be the most likely to exhibit this behavior.

The Mental Health Unit Separates from Others a Male Patient