Personality Disorders: DSM-5 Clusters & Traits

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According to the DSM-5, personality disorders are grouped into how many clusters?

Four
Two
Five
Three (correct)

Which of the following is characteristic of Cluster A personality disorders?

Odd or eccentric behavior (correct)
Anxious and fearful thoughts
Manipulative behavior
Dramatic and erratic behavior

Which cluster is characterized by anxious and fearful behaviors?

None
Cluster C (correct)
Cluster A
Cluster B

A person with a high level of harm avoidance is likely to be:

Anxious (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a trait associated with Cluster B personality disorders?

Anxious behavior (B) Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of the general population is estimated to have a personality disorder?

10%-20% (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common challenge in the treatment of personality disorders?

Deeply ingrained personality traits change slowly (B) Signup and view all the answers

High novelty seeking is associated with which characteristic?

Impulsive (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following behaviors is associated with passive-aggressive behavior?

Rapid mood fluctuations (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of self-directedness?

Responsible, goal-oriented (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic is most associated with Avoidant Personality Disorder?

Intense fear of criticism and rejection (A) Signup and view all the answers

A primary goal of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in treating Avoidant Personality Disorder is to:

Challenge negative beliefs (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common characteristic of Dependent Personality Disorder?

An intense fear of abandonment (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following nursing actions is most appropriate for a patient with Dependent Personality Disorder?

Encouraging autonomy in decision-making (C) Signup and view all the answers

What trait is commonly observed in individuals with Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder?

Extreme perfectionism (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary focus of pharmacologic treatment for personality disorders?

Treating specific symptoms exhibited (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following medications is typically avoided in the treatment of aggression and impulsivity in personality disorders due to its abuse potential?

Benzodiazepines (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which therapy is specifically designed to focus on emotional regulation for individuals with borderline personality disorder (BPD)?

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common characteristic of Paranoid Personality Disorder?

Pervasive distrust and suspicion of others (B) Signup and view all the answers

What cognitive belief is associated with paranoid personality disorder?

Cognitive belief that others are malevolent (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following nursing actions is most appropriate when working with a client with Paranoid Personality Disorder?

Maintaining a formal, businesslike approach (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary characteristic of Schizoid Personality Disorder?

Social detachment and restricted emotional expression (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a nursing action that can help a patient with Schizoid Personality Disorder?

Providing housing referrals that allow solitude (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic is associated with Schizotypal Personality Disorder?

Cognitive distortions and odd beliefs (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is an appropriate nursing action for a patient with Schizotypal Personality Disorder?

Encouraging daily hygiene routines (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which nursing action is most appropriate for a client with antisocial personality disorder?

Setting firm boundaries and maintaining consistent rules. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary characteristic of borderline personality disorder (BPD)?

Intense fear of abandonment. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which therapy is considered the mostly effective for borderline personality disorder?

Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). (A) Signup and view all the answers

A client with histrionic personality disorder is MOST likely to display which behavior?

Excessive emotionality and attention-seeking. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common characteristic of narcissistic personality disorder?

Grandiosity and a need for admiration. (B) Signup and view all the answers

A nurse is teaching a client with antisocial personality disorder about problem-solving skills. Which of the following statements indicates effective teaching?

"I will consider different options and their consequences before acting." (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about self-harm in borderline personality disorder is most accurate?

Self-harm is a common coping mechanism in BPD. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which nursing intervention is MOST helpful in treating a client with histrionic personality disorder?

Providing feedback on social interactions. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common underlying cause of narcissistic personality disorder?

Deep-seated insecurities. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of prisoners have antisocial personality disorder?

75% (D) Signup and view all the answers

What are enduring patterns of perceiving, feeling, thinking and relating to oneself and the environment called?

Personality (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes stable characteristics that influence behavior and interactions?

Personality traits (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to the continuum described, what is indicative of functional behavior?

Patterns that do not interfere with functioning (C) Signup and view all the answers

On the personality disorder continuum, which level is likely to meet the full diagnostic criteria for a personality disorder?

Dysfunctional (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT one of the Five-Factor Model (Big 5) personality traits?

Introversion (A) Signup and view all the answers

In the Five-Factor Model, what does the term 'Negative Emotionality' describe?

A tendency to experience anxiety and mood swings. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Conscientiousness' trait in the Big 5 model refer to?

How organized, disciplined, and responsible someone is. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which facet is associated with low negative emotionality?

Optimism (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following facets is associated with extraversion?

Warmth (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which facet describes individuals who are fearful and apprehensive?

Anxiousness (B) Signup and view all the answers

Personality

Enduring patterns of perceiving, feeling, thinking, and relating to oneself and the environment.

Personality Traits

Stable characteristics that influence behavior and interactions.

Personality Continuum

A spectrum ranging from functional to dysfunctional based on how behaviors impact social/occupational life.