A nurse in a mental health facility is planning care for a client who has obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and is newly admitted to the unit. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take regarding the client's compulsive behaviors?

A. Isolating the client is not appropriate, as it can increase anxiety and exacerbate the compulsive behaviors. B. Setting strict limits can lead to increased anxiety and resistance, making it harder to manage the compulsive behaviors. C. Confronting the client about the senselessness of their compulsions can increase anxiety and worsen the behavior. It is more helpful to provide a supportive environment that allows for the rituals, gradually decreasing their frequency and intensity. D. Clients with OCD often perform compulsive rituals to reduce anxiety. Planning time for rituals helps to manage the behavior while maintaining the therapeutic structure and routine on the unit.