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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder is a neurological disorder in which obsessions and compulsions are present. OCD is an anxiety disorder marked by persistent, unwanted thoughts that intrude upon the mind and by compulsive behaviors and unneeded actions by a person feels must be done repeatedly in certain rigid and consistent ways. Patients suffer from such disorders are an aware that they have a psychological problem that leads them to think and behave like irrational in particular circumstances. They usually have fears and anxieties that they cannot seem to control. It’s as if their brains get stuck on a certain thought and keep on repeatedly. To relieve their anxiety and nervousness, they commit these repetitive behaviors. Nursing Priorities
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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Nursing Care Plan [Full Text]
Which nursing intervention would be indicated for a client with an anxiety disorder?The nursing interventions for anxiety disorders are: Stay calm and be nonthreatening. Maintain a calm, nonthreatening manner while working with client; anxiety is contagious and may be transferred from staff to client or vice versa.
Which therapeutic intervention should the nurse suggest for a patient with anxiety having issues focusing their minds and problems with concentration?Cognitive behavioral therapy is the most effective form of psychotherapy for generalized anxiety disorder.
Which action would the nurse take to decrease the risk of transmission of VRE?Doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals should: ➢ Wash their hands thoroughly with soap and water or use an alcohol based hand sanitizer before and after caring for every patient. This will prevent the spread of VRE from being passed from patient to patient.
Which goal would Cognitive therapy accomplish for a client who experiences panic attacks?Through systematic desensitization, the CBT therapist gradually introduces the client to anxiety-producing stimuli while teaching him how to manage his feelings of anxiety. The person is slowly introduced to more fear-inducing situations, developing ways to cope with panic symptoms through each feared circumstance.
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