The client diagnosed with conversion disorder has a paralyzed arm. A staff member states, “I would just tell the client her arm is paralyzed because she had an affair and neglected her baby's care to...

The client diagnosed with conversion disorder has a paralyzed arm. A staff member states, “I would just tell the client her arm is paralyzed because she had an affair and neglected her baby's care to the point where the baby had to be hospitalized for dehydration.” Which of the following responses by the nurse is best?

1. “Ignore the client's behaviors and treat her with respect.”

2. “Pushing insight will increase the client's anxiety and the need for physical symptoms.”

3. “Pushing awareness will be helpful and further the client's recovery.”

4. “We'll meet with the client and confront her with her behavior.”