A client with OCD says to the nurse, “I’ve been here 4 days now, and I’m feeling better. I feel comfortable on this unit, and I’m not ill-at-ease with the staff or other patients anymore.” In light of this change, which nursing intervention is most appropriate?
a. Give attention to the ritualistic behaviors each time they occur, and point out their inappropriateness.
b. Ignore the ritualistic behaviors, and they will be eliminated for lack of reinforcement.
c. Set limits on the amount of time the client may engage in the ritualistic behavior.
d. Continue to allow the client all the time she wants to carry out the ritualistic behavior.
