The student nurse has finished her rotation on the outpatient psychiat

QUESTION

The student nurse has finished her rotation on the outpatient psychiatric unit. Her client, who was diagnosed with borderline personality disorder, suddenly displays superficial scratches to both forearms.

Which of the following is a nursing diagnosis for the client related to losses and endings in the nurse-client relationship?

a. Noncompliance about impending termination of nurse-client relationship
b. Knowledge deficit about impending termination of nurse-client relationship
c. Self-care deficit related to impending termination of nurse-client relationship
d. Anxiety related to impending termination of nurse-client relationship

ANSWER:

ANS: D
The client’s anxiety has led to the regression in her behavior. Noncompliance, knowledge deficit, and self-care deficit are not diagnoses dealing with losses and endings.