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Psychosocial IntegrityQuestion 996 of 2368

Which communication approach is MOST appropriate for a client in an acute manic episode?

  1. Use a firm, calm tone with short, concrete explanations
  2. Use jokes and proverbs to lighten the mood
  3. Give long, detailed explanations to promote understanding
  4. Explore the client's feelings in depth to find the underlying cause
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Correct answer: Use a firm, calm tone with short, concrete explanations

Clients with mania are overstimulated with short attention spans, so a firm, calm approach with brief explanations and limits is best.

Source: Nursing Health Promotion (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2025), Mental Health Conditions: Treatment of Bipolar Disorder. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

Practice the topic "Psychosocial Integrity"

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026