A female client on an inpatient unit enters the common area for visiting hours dressed in a see-through blouse. Which intervention should be a nurse's first priority?
1. Discuss with the client the inappropriateness of her attire.
2. Avoid addressing her attention-seeking behavior.
3. Lead the client back to her room and assist her with a change of clothing.
4. Restrict client to room until visiting hours are over.
3
Rationale: The most appropriate intervention by the nurse is to lead the client back to her room and assist her with a change of clothing. The client could be exhibiting symptoms of exhibitionistic disorder, which is characterized by urges to expose oneself to unsuspecting strangers.
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