A client diagnosed with bipolar I disorder is distraught over insomnia experienced over the last 3 nights and a 12-pound weight loss over the past 2 weeks.Which should be this client's priority nursing diagnosis?
A) Knowledge deficit R/T bipolar disorder AEB concern about symptoms
B) Altered nutrition: less than body requirements R/T hyperactivity AEB weight loss
C) Risk for suicide R/T powerlessness AEB insomnia and anorexia
D) Altered sleep patterns R/T mania AEB insomnia for the past 3 nights
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