The Client Diagnosed with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Has an Elaborate Routine

question 15

Multiple Choice

The client diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder has an elaborate routine for toileting activities. Which would be an appropriate initial client outcome during the first week of hospitalization?

• A) The client will refrain from ritualistic behaviors during daylight hours.
• B) The client will wake early enough to complete rituals prior to breakfast.
• C) The client will participate in three unit activities by day three.
• D) The client will substitute a productive activity for rituals by day one.