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NSG 322 Exam 2
Questions & Answers
2026-2027 | Latest
Nursing Exam
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales
44 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 44 verified exam questions with correct answers provided,
focusing on personality disorders and related nursing guidelines. It serves as a
comprehensive resource for nursing students to deepen their understanding of the subject
area. Students can utilize this material for effective studying, review, and preparation for
certification exams.
CONTENTS
Cluster A Disorders Q1–Q12
Schizophrenia Spectrum Q13–Q16
Cluster B Disorders Q17–Q24
Cluster C Disorders Q25–Q38
Page 1
, Personality Disorder Risk Factors Q39–Q44
E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 44
describe cluster A personality disorder
CORRECT ANSWER
characterized by behaviors that are described as odd or eccentric. The behaviors may seem
atypical, compared to a "typical response
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 44
what are the 3 types of cluster A disorders
CORRECT ANSWER
paranoid, schizoid, schizotypal
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 44
define paranoid personality disorder
CORRECT ANSWER
-long-standing distrust and suspiciousness of others based on the belief, unsupported by
evidence, that others want to exploit, harm, or deceive the person
- Relatives of patients with schizophrenia are more frequently affected with it. A diagnosis of
paranoid personality disorder often precedes a schizophrenia diagnosis
Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 44
Symptoms of paranoid personality disorder
Page 2
, CORRECT ANSWER
-Parents may notice that their child doesn't have friends and experiences social anxiety. Young
people with this disorder are frequently teased because of their odd behavior.
- As adults, people with paranoid personality disorder tend to have difficult relationships due
to their jealousy, controlling behaviors, and unwillingness to forgive.
-For example, they may accuse their partners of being hypercritical when they themselves are
constantly finding fault.
Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 44
what is the nursing care for paranoid personality disorder
CORRECT ANSWER
• Considering the degree of mistrust felt by these individuals, all prearranged promises,
appointments, and schedules should be strictly adhered to.
• Being too nice or friendly may be met with suspicion. Instead, clear and straightforward
explanations of tests and procedures should be given before they are scheduled.
• It is best to use simple language and to project a neutral but kindly affect.
• When a patient exhibits threatening behaviors, it is essential to set limits.
Q6 QUESTION 6 OF 44
treatment modalities for people with paranoid personality disorder
CORRECT ANSWER
- Psychotherapy is the first line of treatment for paranoid personality disorder. Individual
therapy focuses on the development of a professional and trusting relationship. Because of
their fears, patients may behave in a threatening manner.
- Role playing and group feedback can help reduce suspiciousness.
- An antianxiety agent such as diazepam (Valium) may be used to reduce a patient's anxiety and
agitation. More severe agitation and delusions may be treated with an antipsychotic
medication such as haloperidol (Haldol) in small doses for brief periods to manage mildly
delusional thinking or severe agitation. The first-generation antipsychotic medication
pimozide (Orap) may be useful in reducing paranoid ideation.
Q7 QUESTION 7 OF 44
describe schizoid personality disorder
Page 3
P R O F E S S I O N A L P R A C T I C E M AT E R I A L S
NSG 322 Exam 2
Questions & Answers
2026-2027 | Latest
Nursing Exam
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales
44 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 44 verified exam questions with correct answers provided,
focusing on personality disorders and related nursing guidelines. It serves as a
comprehensive resource for nursing students to deepen their understanding of the subject
area. Students can utilize this material for effective studying, review, and preparation for
certification exams.
CONTENTS
Cluster A Disorders Q1–Q12
Schizophrenia Spectrum Q13–Q16
Cluster B Disorders Q17–Q24
Cluster C Disorders Q25–Q38
Page 1
, Personality Disorder Risk Factors Q39–Q44
E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 44
describe cluster A personality disorder
CORRECT ANSWER
characterized by behaviors that are described as odd or eccentric. The behaviors may seem
atypical, compared to a "typical response
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 44
what are the 3 types of cluster A disorders
CORRECT ANSWER
paranoid, schizoid, schizotypal
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 44
define paranoid personality disorder
CORRECT ANSWER
-long-standing distrust and suspiciousness of others based on the belief, unsupported by
evidence, that others want to exploit, harm, or deceive the person
- Relatives of patients with schizophrenia are more frequently affected with it. A diagnosis of
paranoid personality disorder often precedes a schizophrenia diagnosis
Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 44
Symptoms of paranoid personality disorder
Page 2
, CORRECT ANSWER
-Parents may notice that their child doesn't have friends and experiences social anxiety. Young
people with this disorder are frequently teased because of their odd behavior.
- As adults, people with paranoid personality disorder tend to have difficult relationships due
to their jealousy, controlling behaviors, and unwillingness to forgive.
-For example, they may accuse their partners of being hypercritical when they themselves are
constantly finding fault.
Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 44
what is the nursing care for paranoid personality disorder
CORRECT ANSWER
• Considering the degree of mistrust felt by these individuals, all prearranged promises,
appointments, and schedules should be strictly adhered to.
• Being too nice or friendly may be met with suspicion. Instead, clear and straightforward
explanations of tests and procedures should be given before they are scheduled.
• It is best to use simple language and to project a neutral but kindly affect.
• When a patient exhibits threatening behaviors, it is essential to set limits.
Q6 QUESTION 6 OF 44
treatment modalities for people with paranoid personality disorder
CORRECT ANSWER
- Psychotherapy is the first line of treatment for paranoid personality disorder. Individual
therapy focuses on the development of a professional and trusting relationship. Because of
their fears, patients may behave in a threatening manner.
- Role playing and group feedback can help reduce suspiciousness.
- An antianxiety agent such as diazepam (Valium) may be used to reduce a patient's anxiety and
agitation. More severe agitation and delusions may be treated with an antipsychotic
medication such as haloperidol (Haldol) in small doses for brief periods to manage mildly
delusional thinking or severe agitation. The first-generation antipsychotic medication
pimozide (Orap) may be useful in reducing paranoid ideation.
Q7 QUESTION 7 OF 44
describe schizoid personality disorder
Page 3
