A nurse has been caring for a client diagnosed with PTSD. Which realistic goal should be included in this client's plan of care?
1. The client will have no flashbacks.
2. The client will be able to feel a full range of emotions by discharge.
3. The client will not require zolpidem (Ambien) to obtain adequate sleep by discharge.
4. The client will refrain from discussing the traumatic event.
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Rationale: Obtaining adequate sleep without zolpidem by discharge is a goal that should be included in the client's plan of care. Having no flashbacks and experiencing a full range of emotions by discharge are unrealistic goals. Clients are encouraged, not discouraged, to discuss the traumatic event.
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