A nurse is caring for a client who describes extreme fear of having or acquiring a disease. The client is also exhibiting behaviors like repeated body checking. The nurse should identify that the client is exhibiting manifestations of which of the following disorders?

A. This response provides accurate information about the early warning signs of schizophrenia spectrum disorders. Social withdrawal and isolation are commonly observed before the onset of

psychotic symptoms, such as hearing voices. By acknowledging this pattern, the nurse validates the client's experience and offers insight into potential warning signs.

B. This fails to address the client's concern or provide meaningful information about the potential significance of their behavior.

C. While exploring the client's personality traits and how they relate to socialization is valid, this response does not directly address the client's concern about isolating themselves before experiencing symptoms of schizophrenia.

D. This response makes an assumption about the client's motivations for avoiding their friend and implies a connection between social isolation and hearing voices that may not be accurate.

A. While it's important to gather relevant information about the assault, asking open-ended questions about the perpetrator may not be the most appropriate approach initially.

B. Speaking softly helps to convey empathy and can make the client feel more comfortable and less threatened.

C. Direct eye contact can be perceived as intrusive or threatening, especially for individuals who have experienced trauma such as sexual assault.

D. Sitting next to the client rather than directly across can create a more relaxed and less intimidating atmosphere. This approach can help establish a sense of partnership and support, making the client feel more at ease.