An Inpatient Client Is Newly Diagnosed with Dissociative Identity Disorder

question 14

Multiple Choice

An inpatient client is newly diagnosed with dissociative identity disorder (DID) stemming for severe childhood sexual abuse. Which nursing intervention takes priority?

• A)Encourage exploration of sexual abuse
• B)Encourage guided imagery
• C)Establish trust and rapport
• D)Administer antianxiety medications

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Definitions:

Middle Adulthood

A period in human development, typically considered to occur roughly between the ages of 45 and 65, marked by stable work, relationships, and health, yet facing challenges such as aging and a reassessment of life goals.

Dissociative Identity Disorder

A severe form of dissociation, a mental process which produces a lack of connection in a person's thoughts, memory and sense of identity.

Traumatic Childhood

Experiences during childhood that involve abuse, neglect, or other traumatic events leading to long-term psychological effects.

Physical Abuse

The intentional use of physical force to cause harm or injury to another person.