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    RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Proctored Exam

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

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Incorrect – Acting seductively is more characteristic of histrionic personality disorder. B. Correct – Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is characterized by impulsivity, emotional instability, intense relationships, and self-destructive behavior. C. Incorrect – Being overly concerned with minor details is associated with obsessive-compulsive personality disorder (OCPD). D. Incorrect – Clinginess is seen in dependent personality disorder, not BPD.

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