The Nurse Is Assessing a Client Diagnosed with Hoarding Disorder

question 7

Multiple Choice

The nurse is assessing a client diagnosed with hoarding disorder. Which statement would the nurse expect to hear from the client?

• A) "I am a perfectionist."
• B) "I get obsessive about cleaning my counter tops."
• C) "I donate my clothing to charities."
• D) "I prefer to have wide walkways in my home."

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