A Nurse Is Developing a Plan of Care for a Client

Multiple Choice

A nurse is developing a plan of care for a client diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) who was admitted to the hospital for suicidal ideations and sleep disturbance due to frequent nightmares. Which is the priority nursing diagnosis for this client?

A) Disturbed Sleep Pattern
B) Post-Trauma Syndrome
C) Risk for Other-Directed Violence
D) Risk for Self-Directed Violence