Nurse Marge teaches the family of a client with major depression disorder. Which of the following information should be included in the teaching? Select all that apply. A. Depression is characterized by sadness, feelings of hopelessness, and decreased self-worth B. It is common for a pressed individual to have thoughts of suicide. C.… Read More »
Bianca is teaching a group of students regarding obsessive-compulsive disorders (OCD) and obsessive-compulsive personality disorder (OCPD). Which of the following statements differentiates OCPD from OCD? A. OPCD is characterized by obsessions and compulsions while OCD is marked by perfectionisms and fixation for control. B. People with OCPD often seek medical help while those… Read More »
A nurse is orienting a new client to the unit when another client rushes down the hallway and asks the nurse to sit down and talk. The client requesting the nurse’s attention is extremely manipulative and uses socially acting-out behaviors when demands are unmet. The nurse should: A. Suggest that the client requesting attention… Read More »
Latrice was invited by her friend Sharon to her birthday party at a disco ball. Sharon noticed that Latrice is avoiding interaction with the other guests and is seen leaving the party early. She asked her what seems to be the problem. She replied that “I might say something stupid”. Based on these observations, Latrice… Read More »
A client with a diagnosis of narcissistic personality disorder has been given a day pass from the psychiatric hospital. The client is due to return at 6 pm. At 5 pm the client telephones the nurse in charge of the unit and says “6 o’clock is too early. I feel like coming back at 7:30.”… Read More »
An adult client with a borderline personality disorder become nauseated and vomits immediately after drinking 2 ounces of shampoo as a suicide gesture. The most appropriate initial response by the nurse would be to: A. Promptly notify the attending physician. B. Immediately initiate suicide precautions. C. Sit quietly with the client until nausea and… Read More »
A nurse notices that a client is mistrustful and shows hostile behavior. Which of the following types of personality disorder is associated with these characteristics? A. Antisocial B. Avoidant C. Borderline D. Paranoid Correct Answer: D. Paranoid Paranoid individuals have a need to constantly scan the environment… Read More »
Which of the following statements is typical for a client diagnosed with a paranoid personality disorder? A. “I understand you’re the one to blame.” B. “I must be seen first; it’s not negotiable.” C. “I see nothing humorous in this situation.” D. “I wish someone would select the outfit for me.”… Read More »
Which of the following characteristics is expected for a client with paranoid personality disorder who receives bad news? A. The client is overly dramatic after hearing the facts. B. The client focuses on self to not become over-anxious. C. The client responds from a rational, objective point of view. D. The… Read More »
Which of the following types of behavior is expected from a client diagnosed with a paranoid personality disorder? A. Eccentric B. Exploitative C. Hypersensitive D. Seductive Correct Answer: C. Hypersensitive People with paranoid personality disorders are hypersensitive to perceived threats. While this mistrust is unfounded, their distrust… Read More »