A patient is diagnosed with conversion disorder that is evidenced by paralysis of the right hand. Which nursing intervention should be implemented?
a. Focus discussions on the patient's inability to fulfill usual roles.
b. Focus discussions on the patient's unusual and unexplainable physical symptom.
c. Spend time with the patient to give recognition for positive qualities and strengths.
d. Spend time with the patient when the patient is helpless to perform self-care activities because of paralysis.
C
Spending time with a patient focusing on strengths and positive attributes builds self-esteem and self-confidence. This intervention also reduces secondary gains. The remaining options are not therapeutic for patients with conversion disorders.
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