A client states, "I haven't left my house for 6 years." Based on this data, which diagnosis does the nurse anticipate for this client?
A) Hematophobia
B) Social phobia
C) Pathophobia
D) Agoraphobia
Answer: D
Agoraphobia is the fear of places or situations where the individual feels unable to escape. Because of these fears, the individual may not leave the home. Social phobia is a fear of social or performance situations where embarrassment may occur. Hematophobia is the fear of blood. Pathophobia is the fear of disease.
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