Virtual Case Study: Bipolar Disorder

When interventions should the nurse suggest for Susan's plan of care? Include your rationale for these interventions.

1. You are the nurse assigned to care for Mr. P, a 30-yrs old with bipolar disorder. He is currently hospitalized due to nonadherence to the plan of care, including medication, and suicidal ideation. Mr. P clearly does not want to be hospitalizes, and he is often hostile and agitated. How do you think Mr. P feels? Why do you think he feels this way? How do you know this?
2. Learning Template for Bipolar Disorder
3. What are the 2 common medications used to treat a patient with Bipolar Disorder.