In histrionic personality disorder, the primary aim of the ...

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In histrionic personality disorder, the primary aim of the essential features and symptomatic behaviors is to:
 
  a. keep the person as the focus of attention
  b. maintain rigid, ritualistic order
  c. foster a sense of grandiose entitlement
  d. bully others into submission

Question 2

In a postclinical conference, a group of students are engaged in a discussion with their instructor. The instructor repeatedly has the students analyze and evaluate the nursing interventions implemented throughout the clinical experience.
 
  The students are engaged in which of the following?
  A) Therapeutic use of self
  B) Critical thinking
  C) Interdisciplinary care
  D) Planning care

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Answer to Question 1

A
The person with histrionic personality disorder has a primary aim of being the focus of attention. The person may be flirtatious at times and exhibit labile mood, shifting from laughter to tears almost instantaneously.

Answer to Question 2

B