A Patient Who Has Recently Been Diagnosed with a Personality

question 15

Multiple Choice

A patient who has recently been diagnosed with a personality disorder has returned for a follow-up appointment. Which potential co-morbid disorder will the nurse include as a priority for assessment?

• A) Cardiovascular disease
• B) Insomnia
• C) Substance abuse
• D) Schizophrenia

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