What Is the Priority Nursing Diagnosis for a Patient with Antisocial

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Multiple Choice

What is the priority nursing diagnosis for a patient with antisocial personality disorder who has made threats against staff,ripped art off the walls,and thrown objects?

• A)Disturbed sensory perception-auditory
• B)Risk for other-directed violence
• C)Ineffective denial
• D)Ineffective coping

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Definitions:

Homeostasis

The regulation of internal conditions within the body to maintain a stable, constant state despite external changes.

External Stimuli

Elements in the environment that can elicit responses from our sensory organs, influencing behavior or reactions.

Cognitive Perspective

A psychological approach that focuses on how we think, perceive, and solve problems, emphasizing mental processes.

Culture Emphasizes

The prioritization of certain values, beliefs, and practices by a society or group that shapes its members' behavior and perceptions.