Bipolar Disorder: Manic and Depressive Phases · NCLEX Exam

When comparing bipolar I and bipolar II disorders, which statement is accurate?

  1. Bipolar I requires at least one hypomanic episode but no depressive episodes
  2. Bipolar II involves full manic episodes and never any depressive episodes
  3. Bipolar I requires at least one manic episode; bipolar II has hypomania and depression
  4. Bipolar I and bipolar II are identical in presentation, course, and treatment
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Correct answer: Bipolar I requires at least one manic episode; bipolar II has hypomania and depression

Bipolar I requires at least one manic episode, whereas bipolar II involves hypomania and depression but no full mania.

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