Under some circumstances such as the adjustment to the self-care requirements of physical illness, the presence of obsessive-compulsive traits:
a. will always be a complication
b. may be an asset for treatment compliance
c. is rarely helpful
d. indicates a deliberate power struggle
B
The presence of obsessive-compulsive personality disorder (OCPD) may be an asset for treatment compliance. As long as the nurse recognizes how important order and rules are to the client, the nurse can use the client's disorder as a tool to promote consistency in following treatment recommendations. In most cases, the client is willing to do what is in his or her best interest in terms of health, but the client requires clear and unambiguous instructions.
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