Looking at a slightly bleeding paper cut,the client screams,"Somebody help me,quick! I'm bleeding.Call 911!" The nurse should identify this behavior as characteristic of which personality disorder?

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Histrionic personality disorder is characterized by excessive attention-seeking and dramatic behavior, as well as a tendency to overreact emotionally to minor situations. The client's exaggerated response to a small paper cut is consistent with this personality disorder.

Looking at a Slightly Bleeding Paper Cut,the Client Screams,"Somebody Help