A patient who has recently been diagnosed with a personality disorder has returned for a follow-up appointment. Which potential co-morbid disorder will the nurse include as a priority for assessment?

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3. Substance abuse is more prevalent in patients with a personality disorder. Assessment of safety in the patient with a personality disorder includes assessing for substance abuse. Assessment for signs and symptoms of other disorders would follow the safety assessment and depend on patient history and presentation.

A Patient Who Has Recently Been Diagnosed with a Personality