Asked by Patrick Brown on Jun 18, 2024

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Which statement made by a patient diagnosed with borderline personality disorder indicates the treatment plan is effective?

A) "I think you are the best nurse on the unit."
B) "I'm never going to get high on drugs again."
C) "I felt empty and wanted to hurt myself, so I called you."
D) "I hate my mother. I called her today, and she wasn't home."

Borderline Personality Disorder

A mental health disorder characterized by pervasive instability in moods, behavior, self-image, and functioning.

Self-mutilation

The act of deliberately harming one's own body as a way to cope with emotional pain, stress, or frustration, often a symptom of psychological disorders.

Treatment Plan

A detailed, personalized program designed by healthcare professionals to treat a patient's disorder or disease.

  • Learn about the involvement of nurses in the intervention of self-destructive behaviors and suicidality in persons exhibiting personality disorders.
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Thomas BrunsdenJun 22, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Seeking a staff member instead of impulsively self-mutilating shows an adaptive coping strategy. The incorrect responses demonstrate idealization, devaluation, and wishful thinking.