Which information will help the nurse differentiate the diagnosis of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) from the diagnosis of adjustment disorder (AD) ?
A) PTSD results from exposure to an extreme traumatic event, whereas AD results from exposure to "normal" daily events.
B) AD is more common in women, whereas PTSD is more common in men.
C) AD can occur from severe motor vehicle accidents, while PTSD can occur from the birth of a stillborn.
D) PTSD occurs more often when compared to AD.
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