An 8-year-old child, diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder, is admitted by the nurse to a psychiatric facility. When gathering data from the client, which behaviors would be characterized as compulsions? Select all that apply.
A. Checking and rechecking that the television is turned off before going to school
B. Routinely climbing up and down a flight of stairs three times before leaving the house
C. Wanting to play the same video game each night.
D. Brushing teeth three times per day
E. Repeatedly washing the hands
F. Feeding the dog the same meal every day
Answer (2)
Compulsions in OCD are repetitive behaviors performed to alleviate anxiety. In the case described, behaviors like checking the television, climbing stairs repeatedly, excessive tooth brushing, and hand washing are identified as compulsions. These actions reflect the child's struggle with anxiety rather than simple habits or preferences. ;
The answers that reflect compulsive behaviors in the context of OCD include checking the television (A), climbing stairs repetitively (B), and excessive hand washing (E). Brushing teeth three times a day (D) could also be a compulsion if done excessively. Other options do not reflect compulsive behaviors.
;
