What Is Bipolar?
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
8. Inpatient Management
In bipolar disorder, if the symptoms are too severe, urgent referral for mental health intervention is required. Some of the indications for inpatient treatment include danger to others, danger to self, total inability to function, marked psychotic symptoms, delirium, total loss of control, and medical conditions where monitoring is required. Bipolar patients in the depressive phase may be at risk for suicide.
Referral to a mental health special unit may be best for these patients for constant observation and preventive protection.
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