A nurse is developing a plan of care for a toddler who has autism spectrum disorder.

Which of the following interventions should the nurse include?

Choice A rationale:

Clients with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) often benefit from maintaining control over their daily activities and schedules. Allowing the client autonomy in scheduling activities can help them manage their symptoms while feeling in control.

Choice B rationale:

Antipsychotic medications are not the first-line treatment for OCD, and their use would depend on the presence of other coexisting conditions.

Choice C rationale:

Providing ample time for rituals may inadvertently reinforce the compulsive behaviors associated with OCD. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) with exposure and response prevention is the recommended treatment for OCD.

Choice D rationale:

Implosion therapy, also known as flooding, exposes the client to anxiety-provoking stimuli in a controlled and safe environment. However, it is not typically the first-line treatment for OCD and requires careful implementation under the guidance of a mental health professional.

Choice A rationale:

Warm water can help soothe the lesions and decrease painful urination, providing relief to the client.

Choice B rationale:

The client with genital herpes can still shed the virus and potentially transmit it to others even when there are no visible lesions, so this statement is incorrect.

Choice C rationale:

Genital herpes is a viral infection, and antibiotics are not effective in treating viral infections. Antiviral medications are used to manage genital herpes outbreaks.

Choice D rationale:

Soaking in a bubble bath can potentially irritate the lesions and worsen discomfort. It is not recommended for individuals with genital herpes.