The nurse is conducting a health history for a school-age client. The parents of the client tell the nurse that their child has the following behaviors: excessive handwashing, counting objects, and hoarding substances
Based on these assessment findings, which diagnosis does the nurse anticipate for this client?
1. Depression
2. Separation anxiety disorder
3. Obsessive-compulsive disorder
4. Bipolar disorder
Correct Answer: 3
Rationale: Common behaviors of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) are excessive handwashing, counting objects, and hoarding substances. These practices may take up one or more hours each day.
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