A patient experiencing mania dances around the unit, seldom sits, monopolizes conversations, interrupts, and intrudes. Which nursing intervention will best assist the patient with energy conservation?

A) Monitor physiologic functioning
B) Provide a subdued environment
C) Supervise personal hygiene
D) Observe for mood changes

The nurse is taking the history of a patient who may have a perforated eardrum. What would be an important question in this situation?

A) "Do you ever notice ringing or crackling in your ears?"
B) "When was the last time you had your hearing checked?"
C) "Have you ever been told that you have any type of hearing loss?"
D) "Is there any relationship between the ear pain and the discharge you mentioned?"