A nurse is developing an in-service about personality disorders. Which of the following information should the nurse include when discussing borderline personality disorder?

A. "The client might act seductively.": Acting in a seductive or sexually provocative manner is more characteristic of histrionic personality disorder. While borderline personality disorder (BPD) may involve intense interpersonal relationships, seductive behavior is not a defining feature. B. "The client exhibits impulsive behavior.": Impulsivity is a hallmark characteristic of BPD and may manifest as self-harm, substance use, reckless spending, or risky sexual behavior. These behaviors often occur in response to emotional dysregulation and can complicate treatment and relationships. C. "The client is overly concerned about minor details.": Preoccupation with minor details is more typical of obsessive-compulsive personality disorder (OCPD). BPD is instead marked by instability in mood, identity, and relationships rather than rigid attention to details. D. "The client is exceptionally clingy to others.": Excessive clinginess is characteristic of dependent personality disorder, which involves a pervasive need to be taken care of. BPD involves intense but unstable relationships rather than consistent dependency.