Asked by Lauren Eicher on Jun 05, 2024
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A patient has the nursing diagnosis anxiety, related to _______________________________________, as evidenced by an inability to control compulsive cleaning. Which phrase correctly completes the etiologic portion of the diagnosis?
A) ensuring the health of household members
B) attempting to avoid interactions with others
C) having persistent thoughts about bacteria, germs, and dirt
D) needing approval for cleanliness from friends and family
Compulsive Cleaning
An obsessive urge to clean or organize one’s environment as a way of managing stress, anxiety, or other psychological distress.
Approval
Formal consent or agreement, often required from authorities or regulatory bodies before certain actions can be taken.
- Comprehend the process of diagnosing nursing conditions associated with anxiety and similar disorders.
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JT
Jacob ThompsonJun 10, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Many compulsive rituals accompany obsessive thoughts. The patient uses these rituals to relieve anxiety. Unfortunately, the anxiety relief is short lived, and the patient must frequently repeat the ritual. The other options are unrelated to the dynamics of compulsive behavior.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the process of diagnosing nursing conditions associated with anxiety and similar disorders.