Which of the following would indicate that treatment for a client with obsessive-compulsive disorder is effective?
1. The client conducts ritualistic hand washing every hour.
2. The client folds and refolds clothing in a drawer before each meal.
3. The client watches television while eating meals and engages in conversation with roommate.
4. While walking, the client counts 13 steps and then reverses the direction and repeats the process.
3. The client watches television while eating meals and engages in conversation with roommate.
Rationale:
The client who watches television while eating meals and engages in conversation with a roommate is exhibiting behavior that suggests treatment for obsessive-compulsive disorder is effective. This behavior is evidence of reduced anxiety and less of a need to engage in ritualistic behavior. The other observations would indicate the need for additional treatment.
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