A 15-year-old female is seen in the clinic for episodes of cutting herself since her parents divorced six months ago.Which nursing diagnosis is a priority for this client?

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The client is demonstrating anger turned inward demonstrated by self-mutilation.The priority would be to prevent the client from further harming herself.Dealing with spiritual distress,impaired social interaction,and interrupted family processes is accomplished after this.

A 15-Year-Old Female Is Seen in the Clinic for Episodes