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    Ati nurs 541 mental health proctored exam(behavioral health)

    A patient is experiencing psychomotor agitation associated with bipolar disorder. Which observation would the nurse associate with this symptom? The patient

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Prickly skin sensations may occur with anxiety or substance use, not psychomotor agitation. B. Slowed verbal responses indicate psychomotor retardation, not agitation. C. Psychomotor agitation refers to increased, purposeless movement such as pacing, hand-wringing, or fidgeting. D. Asking to repeat instructions indicates poor concentration, not specifically psychomotor agitation.

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