A nurse is formulating a diagnosis for a client who is reliving a brutal mugging that took place several months ago. The client is crying uncontrollably and states that he "can't live with this fear." Which of the following diagnoses for this client is correctly written?
A) Post-trauma syndrome related to being attacked
B) Psychological overreaction related to being attacked
C) Needs assistance coping with attack
D) Mental distress related to being attacked

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Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a common diagnosis for individuals who have experienced a traumatic event, such as a mugging. Symptoms may include reliving the event, avoidance of triggers, and heightened anxiety. Option A, "Post-trauma syndrome related to being attacked", is a correct and specific diagnosis that addresses the client's symptoms and the cause of their distress.

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