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A nurse is caring for Maxine, a 21-year-old female with mania. Which of the following communication techniques is the most effective when talking to a manic client?
  1. Allow the client to introduce and talk about different topics.
  2. Use humor.
  3. Ask the client with open-ended questions.
  4. Focus and redirect conversation if necessary.
Explanation
Answer: D - The nurse should focus and redirect conversation if necessary. Clients with mania have elevated and expansive moods and racing thoughts. The client should not be allowed to talk about different topics or asked open-ended questions. These communication techniques may cause the client to feel out of control. The nurse must be in control of the conversation or situation. He or she must be firm when talking to the client.
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