WILKES NSG 526 exam 3 2025-2026
Question and Correct answer GRADED A+
A personality disorder is defined as "an enduring pattern of inner experience and behavior that deviates
markedly from the expectations of the individual's ------------, is pervasive and -----------, has an onset in
adolescence or early adulthood, is stable with time, and leads to distress or impairment" -
ANSWERSculture
inflexible
Personality disorders were originally classified as Axis ---------- diagnoses in the DSM-IV-TR. - ANSWERSII
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. - ANSWERSbehavior
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. - ANSWERSoccupationally.
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 ----------- - ANSWERSwithout 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) - ANSWERSDSM-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) - ANSWERSA
,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) - ANSWERSB
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) - ANSWERSC
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. -
ANSWERSParanoid (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. - ANSWERSSchizoid (cluster A)
Question and Correct answer GRADED A+
A personality disorder is defined as "an enduring pattern of inner experience and behavior that deviates
markedly from the expectations of the individual's ------------, is pervasive and -----------, has an onset in
adolescence or early adulthood, is stable with time, and leads to distress or impairment" -
ANSWERSculture
inflexible
Personality disorders were originally classified as Axis ---------- diagnoses in the DSM-IV-TR. - ANSWERSII
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. - ANSWERSbehavior
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. - ANSWERSoccupationally.
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 ----------- - ANSWERSwithout 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) - ANSWERSDSM-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) - ANSWERSA
,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) - ANSWERSB
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) - ANSWERSC
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. -
ANSWERSParanoid (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. - ANSWERSSchizoid (cluster A)
