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ATI NURS 4850 Mental Health Questions
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A nurse is caring for a client who has obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Which of the following characteristics are expected findings of OCD? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: C,D,E
Rationale: The correct answer for expected findings of OCD are C: Perfectionist behavior, D: Difficulty relaxing, and E: Rule conscious behavior. Perfectionist behavior is common in OCD due to the need for things to be perfect or done a certain way to alleviate anxiety. Difficulty relaxing is seen in individuals with OCD as they often feel compelled to engage in rituals or compulsions. Rule conscious behavior relates to the strict adherence to self-imposed rules or routines in an attempt to manage anxiety.
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A: Unaware of compulsions - Individuals with OCD are typically aware of their compulsions and the distress they cause.
B: Irrational fear of certain objects - This is more characteristic of specific phobias rather than OCD.
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