Prior to admission,a patient was directing traffic,shouting "to work,you jerk,for perks," and making obscene gestures at cars.The patient's spouse reports noncompliance with lithium therapy for 3 weeks and not sleeping for 3 days,saying,"I'm too busy." Features characteristic of bipolar disorder the nurse can identify are:

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Hyperactivity (directing traffic)and poor judgment (putting self in a dangerous position)are characteristic of manic episodes.

Prior to Admission,a Patient Was Directing Traffic,shouting "To Work,you Jerk,for