Question

A suicidal client with a history of one manic episode is admitted to the emergency room. The client's diagnosis is documented as bipolar 1 disorder, current episode depressed. What is the rationale for this diagnosis instead of a diagnosis of major depressive disorder

Answer 1

Answer:

The correct answer is - Past history of mania and current attempt killing himself to support Bipolar I.

Explanation:

Bipolar type I have various types of characteristics symptoms. The Diagnosis is provided to an individual who has history of a manic episode or more manic episodes.  May have depression. Psychotic or catatonic features may also be noted. Killing oneself behavior or thoughts might be possible.

Thus, the correct answer would be - Past history of mania and current attempt killing himself to support Bipolar I.