A patient has a long history of bipolar disorder with frequent episodes of mania secondary to stopping prescribed medications. The patient says, "I will use my whole check next month to buy lottery tickets. Winning will solve my money problems." Select the nurse's best action.a. Educate the patient about the low odds of winning the lottery.b. Present reality by saying to the patient, "That is not a good use of your money."c. Confer with the treatment team about appointing a legal guardian for the patient.d. Tell the patient, "If you buy lottery tickets, your money will run out before the end of the month."

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