NSG 526 exam 3 LATEST VERSION QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WITH STUDY GUIDE DETAILED AND VERIFIED FOR GUARANTEED PASS, LATEST UPDATE 2025

NSG 526 exam 3 LATEST VERSION QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WITH STUDY
GUIDE DETAILED AND VERIFIED FOR GUARANTEED PASS, LATEST UPDATE 2025




Personality disorders were originally classified as Axis II diagnoses in the DSM-
IV-TR. Axis II classification was intended to focus attention on ----------I patterns
that might be overlooked in the light of the more pronounced disorders of Axis I. -
CORRECT ANSWER behavior

To receive a diagnosis of a personality disorder, an individual must demonstrate
the criteria behaviors persistently and to such an extent that they impair the
ability to function socially and -----------

In some people, the underlying feelings and behaviors may be intermittent and
interfere interpersonally without impairment. Instead of having a personality
disorder, the individual is said to have --------- of the disorder. - CORRECT
ANSWER occupationally.
traits

To receive a diagnosis of a personality disorder, an individual must demonstrate
the criteria behaviors persistently and to such an extent that they impair the
ability to function socially and occupationally. In some people, the underlying
feelings and behaviors may be intermittent and interfere interpersonally without
impairment. Instead of having a personality disorder, the individual is said to
have traits of the disorder.

Personality traits are defined as "prominent aspects of the personality that are
exhibited in a wide range of important social and personal contexts" (APA, 2022,
p. 735). Personality traits can also be noted without a ----------- - CORRECT
ANSWER without a formal diagnosis.

Mix and match

DSM-5 TR and the Clinical Picture of Cluster A Disorders

DSM-5 TR and the Clinical Picture of Cluster B Disorders

DSM-5 TR and the Clinical Picture of Cluster C Disorders

with

(Anxious, Fearful)

,(Odd or Eccentric)

(Dramatic, Emotional, Erratic) - CORRECT ANSWER DSM-5 TR and the
Clinical Picture of Cluster A Disorders (Odd or Eccentric)

DSM-5 TR and the Clinical Picture of Cluster B Disorders (Dramatic, Emotional,
Erratic)

DSM-5 TR and the Clinical Picture of Cluster C Disorders (Anxious, Fearful)

Paranoid, Schizoid, and Schizotypal personality disorders are

Cluster ---------
which aligns with which one?-------------------
1. (Anxious, Fearful)
2. (Odd or Eccentric)
3. (Dramatic, Emotional, Erratic) - CORRECT ANSWER A
Odd/Eccentric

antisocial, borderline, histrionic, and narcissistic personality disorders are

Cluster ---------
which aligns with which one?-------------------
1. (Anxious, Fearful)
2. (Odd or Eccentric)
3. (Dramatic, Emotional, Erratic) - CORRECT ANSWER B
Dramatic, Emotional, Erratic

avoidant, dependent, obsessive-compulsive personality disorders are

Cluster ---------
which aligns with which one?-------------------
1. (Anxious, Fearful)
2. (Odd or Eccentric)
3. (Dramatic, Emotional, Erratic) - CORRECT ANSWER C
Anxious, Fearful

Paranoid
Schizoid
Schizotypal
Antisocial
Borderline
Histrionic
Narcissistic
Avoidant
Dependent

,Obsessive-compulsive personality disorders

Which one Characteristics: suspicious of others; fear others will exploit, harm, or
deceive them; fear of -------- in others (fear personal information will be used
against them); misread compliments as -----------; hypervigilant; prone to
counterattack; hostile; and aloof. Psychotic episodes may occur in times of -------.
Nurses should give ------------- explanations of tests, history taking, and
procedures, side effects of drugs, changes in treatment plan, and possible further
procedures, to counteract client fear. - CORRECT ANSWER Paranoid (cluster
A)

confiding
manipulation
stress
straightforward (as with all of cluster A)

Paranoid
Schizoid
Schizotypal
Antisocial
Borderline
Histrionic
Narcissistic
Avoidant
Dependent
Obsessive-compulsive personality disorders

Which one Characteristics: --------- close relationships, is socially -----------, has
poor occupational functioning, and appears cold, -------, and detached.

Social awareness is lacking and relationships generate ----- and confusion in the
client.

Nurses should strive for s------- and clarity to help decrease client anxiety. -
CORRECT ANSWER Schizoid (cluster A)
avoids
isolated
aloof
fear
simplification (as with all of cluster A)

Paranoid
Schizoid
Schizotypal
Antisocial
Borderline

, Histrionic
Narcissistic
Avoidant
Dependent
Obsessive-compulsive personality disorders

Which one Characteristics: ideas of ------------;
------------ thinking or odd beliefs; perceptual distortions; vague, ---------speech;
frightened, suspicious, ---------- affect; distant and ---------- social relationships.
These clients tend to be frightened and suspicious in social situations. ------------
can ease their anxiety. - CORRECT ANSWER Schizotypal (cluster A)

reference
magical
stereotyped
blunted
strained
Explanations (as with all of cluster A)

Paranoid
Schizoid
Schizotypal
Antisocial
Borderline
Histrionic
Narcissistic
Avoidant
Dependent
Obsessive-compulsive personality disorders

Which one:

Characteristics: has superficial ---------, violates ---------- of others, exploits others,
lies, cheats, lacks guilt or remorse, is ----------, acts out, and lacks empathy. As
clients these individuals are extremely manipulative and ------------- Nurses must
establish and adhere to a plan of care, and maintain clear ------------ if they are to
minimize client manipulation and acting out. - CORRECT ANSWER Antisocial
(cluster B)

charm
rights
impulsive
manipulative and aggressive.
boundaries

Paranoid