A client who has experienced a severe burn refuses to go back to the location where she received her burn. The client also states that she has nightmares about receiving the burn. Which psychosocial factor is the client most likely experiencing?

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The client is exhibiting symptoms consistent with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), including avoiding any reminders of the trauma (refusing to go back to the location where the burn occurred) and experiencing nightmares related to the event. Anger and depression may also be present as part of PTSD, but the specific symptoms presented in this scenario are more indicative of PTSD. Denial is not a likely factor, as the client is acknowledging the impact of the burn on her life.

A Client Who Has Experienced a Severe Burn Refuses to Go