A Client Diagnosed with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Is Admitted to a Psychiatric

question 11

Multiple Choice

A client diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder is admitted to a psychiatric unit.The client 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 3.
• D) The client will substitute a productive activity for rituals by day 1.

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