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A nurse is caring for a client who has bipolar disorder. The client says to the nurse, 'Give me your pen to cut the pain out of my chest.' The nurse should identify that the client is at risk for which of the following?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D: Self-mutilation. The client's statement indicates a desire to physically harm themselves, a common behavior in individuals with bipolar disorder during manic or depressive episodes. Self-mutilation is a serious concern that requires immediate intervention to prevent harm.
A: Illusion is incorrect as it refers to a misinterpretation of stimuli, not self-harm.
B: Hallucination is incorrect as it involves perceiving things that are not present, not self-harm.
C: Attention-seeking behavior is incorrect as the client's statement indicates distress rather than seeking attention.

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