A Patient Diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder Has Demonstrated Self-Mutilation

question 24

Multiple Choice

A patient diagnosed with borderline personality disorder has demonstrated self-mutilation and inappropriate expressions of anger.Which statement by the patient would the nurse evaluate as an improvement?

• A) "I think you are the nicest nurse on the unit."
• B) "I got drunk last night, but I won't ever do it again."
• C) "I felt like cutting myself, so I came to talk to you."
• D) "I hate my friends.They never help me when I need it."

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Definitions:

Alcohol Withdrawal

Alcohol withdrawal refers to a group of symptoms that can occur when an individual who has been drinking excessively for a long period suddenly stops or significantly reduces alcohol intake.

TC

Assuming it refers to "Therapeutic Community," a treatment approach that involves a structured, group living environment where individuals help each other work through substance abuse or behavioral issues, otherwise, NO.

Residential Types

Various categories of housing or accommodation, differing by levels of care, amenities, and services provided.

Treatment Resembles

Refers to the similarity or analogy between the process of medical or therapeutic care and another process, context, or concept.