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theo · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

A 17-year-old client is admitted to an inpatient unit after experiencing his first psychotic break of a schizophrenic illness. His parents plead with a nurse to reveal his diagnosis and prognosis.

The treatment team is refraining from discussing the client's condition with the parents; stating the client's condition is a reaction to stress. Which ethical principle is being compromised?
A) Autonomy
B) Beneficence
C) Nonmaleficence
D) Justice
E) Veracity

Question 2

Which behavior would be most characteristic of an individual with narcissistic personality disorder?

a. A lifelong pattern of social withdrawal
b. Refusal to enter into relationships for fear of rejection
c. Belief in entitlement to special privileges that others may not have
d. Belief in possessing the ability to know what others are thinking

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

Answer to Question 1

E

Answer to Question 2

C
Narcissistic individuals are egocentric people who have fragile self-esteem that drives them to seek admiration and appreciation. As part of this, they display a sense of entitlement, believing they have rights to special treatment.