Personality Disorders Quiz

What is the primary focus of treatment for people with personality disorders?

• Behavioral change

• Medication

• Surgical intervention

• Dietary changes

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Paranoid Personality Disorder?

• Jealous, controlling as adults

• Willingness to forgive

• Projection of feelings

• Suspicion & mistrust

Which personality disorder is characterized by severe social and interpersonal deficits and a tendency to desire social isolation?

• Paranoid Personality Disorder

• Schizoid Personality Disorder

• Schizotypal Personality Disorder

• Histrionic Personality Disorder

What is a recommended approach for nursing care of a client with Paranoid Personality Disorder?

• Encourage increased socialization

• Verify information with someone else

• Avoid adhering to schedules

• Project a very friendly affect

Which personality disorder is described as "Excitable, dramatic; often high functioning"?

• Paranoid Personality Disorder

• Schizoid Personality Disorder

• Schizotypal Personality Disorder

• Histrionic Personality Disorder

Which of the following is a characteristic of Narcissistic Personality Disorder (Narcissistic PD)?

• Emotional lability

• Lack of empathy

• Self-destructive behaviors

• Labile mood

What is a common trait of individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder (Borderline PD)?

• Exaggerated self-importance

• Limited ability to develop meaningful relationships

• Splitting

• Attention-seeking

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of Borderline Personality Disorder (Borderline PD)?

• Impulsivity

• Weak self-esteem

• Antagonism

• Emotional lability

What does the term "splitting" refer to in the context of Borderline Personality Disorder (Borderline PD)?

• Exaggerated self-importance

• Inability to reconcile both 'good' and 'bad' aspects of others

• Limited ability to develop meaningful relationships

• Excessive emotions

Which personality disorder is characterized by bold external behaviors and a low frustration level?

• Narcissistic PD

• Borderline PD

• Histrionic PD

• Antisocial PD