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Alygatorr01285 · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

The parents of a teen with a history of aggressive behavior relate that their son was shy and fearful as a child, adapted very slowly to new situations, and displayed very intense moods. This description is characteristic of which of the following?

A) Adjustment disorder
B) Conduct disorder
C) Insecure temperament
D) Negative emotionality

Question 2

A group of psychiatricmental health nurse has implemented a protocol that aims to identify hostility-related variables in clients. Which of the following personality traits is associated with aggressive behavior?

A) Self-aggrandizement
B) Impulsivity
C) Pessimism
D) Narcissism

trampas · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: D
Feedback:
Negative emotionality is manifested by irregularity in biologic functions; behavioral inhibition, including shyness, fearfulness, and withdrawal from new or novel situations; slow adaptability; and an intense and negative mood

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B
Feedback:
Irritability, resentment, and impulsivity have been linked with conflict, aggression, and the potential for medical conditions such as essential hypertension, cardiovascular disease, and atherosclerotic heart disease (Fredrickson et al., 2000; Matthews et al., 2004; Siegman et al., 2000).