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Which finding would indicate that treatment for a client with obsessive-compulsive disorder is effective?
 
  A) The client watches television while eating meals and engages in conversation with a roommate.
  B) The client conducts ritualistic hand washing every hour.
  C) While walking, the client counts 13 steps and then reverses the direction and repeats the process.
  D) The client folds and refolds clothing in a drawer before each meal.

Question 2

When caring for a client newly diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder, which action by the nurse is appropriate?
 
  A) Do not interrupt the ritual.
  B) Interrupt the ritual.
  C) Teach about antianxiety foods.
  D) Teach ritual interruption skills.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: A

The client who watches television while eating meals and engages in conversation with a roommate is exhibiting behavior that suggests treatment for obsessive-compulsive disorder is effective. This behavior is evidence of reduced anxiety and less of a need to engage in ritualistic behavior. The other observations would indicate the need for additional treatment.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A

Do not interrupt the ritual because the client may feel compelled to start from the beginning. For the newly diagnosed client, teaching ritual interruption skills and teaching about antianxiety foods would not be the priority.




ec501234

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Excellent


marict

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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