A patient is admitted with a diagnosis of bipolar disorder,manic phase,and displays extreme hyperactivity,agitation,talkativeness,and emotional lability.Which is the highest priority nursing diagnosis?
A) Risk for injury related to extreme hyperactivity
B) Disturbed thought processes related to manic state
C) Impaired social interaction related to excessive verbalization
D) Impaired sensory perception related to biochemical alterations

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This nursing diagnosis deals with patient safety,a primary concern for the psychiatric nurse caring for a patient exhibiting symptoms of mania.

A Patient Is Admitted with a Diagnosis of Bipolar Disorder,manic