Which of the Following Is a Problem with the Current

question 173

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a problem with the current system for the classification of personality disorders?

• A) There is difficulty in distinguishing between normal and abnormal behaviors.
• B) There is not enough overlap among the various categories of personality disorders.
• C) The present classification system makes a clear distinction between normal and abnormal variations in personality.
• D) Some of the categories of personality disorders have little scientific data to support them.

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Definitions:

SOAP Format

An acronym for Subjective, Objective, Assessment, and Plan; a method used in health care documentation to organize patient information.

Do Not Use List

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The Joint Commission

An independent, not-for-profit organization that accredits and certifies healthcare organizations and programs in the United States to ensure compliance with certain performance standards.

ISMP

An acronym for the Institute for Safe Medication Practices, a nonprofit organization focused on medication error prevention and safe medication use.