A college student has quit attending classes,isolates self because of hearing voices,and yells accusations at fellow students.Based on this information,which nursing diagnosis should the nurse prioritize?
A) Altered thought processes R/T hearing voices AEB increased anxiety
B) Risk for other-directed violence R/T yelling accusations
C) Social isolation R/T paranoia AEB absence from classes
D) Risk for self-directed violence R/T depressed mood
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