A client with a histrionic personality disorder is admitted to ...

[erika]

A client with a histrionic personality disorder is admitted to the Mental Health unit. The nurse expects that the client will display which behavior?
 
  1. Detachment from staff and other clients
  2. Impulsive and frequently aggressive with others
  3. Hostile and suspicious of others
  4. Being the center of attention

Question 2

The nurse is developing a plan of care for a client with an avoidant personality disorder. The nurse decides that an appropriate goal would be for the client to:
 
  1. refrain from harming others.
  2. be free from self-harm.
  3. make a decision about his care.
  4. improve his social skills.

[amanda_14]

Answer to Question 1

Answer: 4

1. Detachment is seen with schizoid disorders.
2. Impulsivity and aggression are seen with antisocial disorders.
3. Hostility and suspiciousness are seen with paranoid disorders.
4. People with this disorder display attention-seeking behavior and often create a scene to bring attention to themselves.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 4

1. Not hurting others is a goal for people with antisocial personality disorder.
2. Remaining free of self-harm is appropriate for borderline personality disorder.
3. Making decisions applies to dependent personality disorders.
4. People with this disorder display social shyness, fear rejection, and view themselves as socially inept.