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A client with borderline personality disorder is having difficulty with memories of sexual abuse. She has a history of suicidal gestures, self-mutilation, sexual addiction, and substance addiction. She complains of vague pains, menstrual problems, and headaches. She entered the partial hospital program to prevent another suicide gesture or self-mutilation. The nurse recognizes that collaborative therapy may be helpful for this client and knows that the most useful collaboration in this case would be the client, the nurse, and the:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Occupational therapist exploring ways to reduce stress. In this case, the client's symptoms and history suggest complex emotional issues related to trauma and addiction. Occupational therapy can help the client develop coping skills, manage stress, and improve functioning in daily activities. The therapist can work collaboratively with the client and nurse to address the client's emotional, physical, and social needs.
Choice B: Physical therapist exploring ways to reduce back pain focuses only on physical symptoms and does not address the underlying emotional issues. Choice C: Acupuncturist exploring ways to reduce pain also only addresses physical symptoms and does not provide comprehensive support for the client's mental health. Choice D: Sexologist exploring healthy sexuality and safe sex is not the most immediate need for the client, as her primary concerns are related to trauma, self-harm, and addiction.