A Patient Diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder and a History

question 9

Multiple Choice

A patient diagnosed with borderline personality disorder and a history of self-mutilation has now begun dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) on an outpatient basis. Counseling focuses on self-harm behavior management. Today the patient telephones to say, "I'm feeling empty and want to cut myself." The nurse should:

• A) arrange for emergency inpatient hospitalization.
• B) send the patient to the crisis intervention unit for 8 to 12 hours.
• C) assist the patient to identify the trigger situation and choose a coping strategy.
• D) advise the patient to take an antianxiety medication to decrease the anxiety level.

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Definitions:

Control

In psychological research, the power to influence or directly manage variables or behaviors.

Exposure To Stress

The condition of being subjected to stressful stimuli or circumstances, which can have significant impacts on physical and mental health.

Manageable Stress

A level of stress that can be effectively controlled or handled, allowing individuals to function without significant negative impact on health or well-being.

Resilient

The ability of an individual to quickly recover from difficulties or adapt to significant stress and adversity.