An Inpatient Client Is Newly Diagnosed with Dissociative Identity Disorder

question 11

Multiple Choice

An inpatient client is newly diagnosed with dissociative identity disorder (DID) stemming from 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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