{"id":142067,"date":"2024-09-21T11:03:02","date_gmt":"2024-09-21T11:03:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/learnexams.com\/blog\/?p=142067"},"modified":"2024-09-21T11:03:04","modified_gmt":"2024-09-21T11:03:04","slug":"a-nurse-is-assessing-a-client-who-has-histrionic-personality-disorder","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.learnexams.com\/blog\/2024\/09\/21\/a-nurse-is-assessing-a-client-who-has-histrionic-personality-disorder\/","title":{"rendered":"A nurse is assessing a client who has histrionic personality disorder"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>A nurse is assessing a client who has histrionic personality disorder.<br>Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect?<br>A.<br>Self-centered behavior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>B.<br>Suspicious of others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>C.<br>Callousness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>D.<br>Violates others&#8217; rights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-ast-global-color-6-color\"><strong>The correct answer and Explanation is :<\/strong><\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The correct answer is <strong>A. Self-centered behavior.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Explanation:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Histrionic Personality Disorder (HPD) is characterized by a pervasive pattern of excessive emotionality and attention-seeking behavior. Individuals with this disorder often exhibit self-centeredness, as their primary focus is on gaining attention and approval from others. This can manifest in various ways, including dramatic presentations, exaggerated emotions, and a tendency to engage in theatrical behavior to draw attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Self-Centered Behavior:<\/strong> Individuals with HPD often display behaviors that indicate a strong need for validation and admiration. They may feel uncomfortable when they are not the center of attention and can go to great lengths to ensure that they are. This self-centeredness is a hallmark of the disorder, making it the most recognizable manifestation in clinical settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Other Options:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>B. Suspicious of others:<\/strong> This behavior is more characteristic of Paranoid Personality Disorder. Individuals with HPD are generally more concerned with being liked and accepted than with mistrusting others.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>C. Callousness:<\/strong> Callousness is more commonly associated with Antisocial Personality Disorder. Individuals with HPD are typically emotional and sensitive, seeking emotional connection rather than displaying a lack of empathy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>D. Violates others&#8217; rights:<\/strong> This behavior aligns with Antisocial Personality Disorder, where individuals may disregard the rights of others. In contrast, those with HPD often desire approval and acceptance, rather than engaging in manipulative or rights-violating behaviors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In summary, when assessing a client with Histrionic Personality Disorder, the nurse should primarily expect self-centered behavior, characterized by an intense need for attention and a focus on their own emotional experience, which can overshadow the needs of others. Understanding these behaviors is crucial for effective assessment and intervention in clinical practice.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A nurse is assessing a client who has histrionic personality disorder.Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect?A.Self-centered behavior. B.Suspicious of others. C.Callousness. D.Violates others&#8217; rights. The correct answer and Explanation is : The correct answer is A. Self-centered behavior. 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