The nurse assigned to care for the client with a diagnosis of histrionic personality disorder expects to observe which characteristics and behaviors?

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The nurse should recognize the following characteristics associated with histrionic personality disorder: Self-dramatizing, exaggerated or shallow emotional expression Attention-seeking, needs to be the center of attention Overly friendly and seductive, attempts to keep others engaged Demands immediate gratification and has little tolerance for frustration An individual with histrionic personality disorder displays these behaviors and characteristics persistently. The signs and symptoms are maladaptive and have a negative impact on the client's social, interpersonal, and occupational life. (Option A) Clients with dependent personality disorder fear separation and tend to be indecisive and unable to take the initiative. They are often preoccupied with the thought of being left to fend for themselves and want others to assume responsibility for all major decision making. (Option C) Clients with schizoid personality disorder exhibit social detachment and an inability to express emotion. They do not enjoy close relationships and prefer to be aloof and isolated. (Option D) Clients with antisocial personality disorder have a pattern of disregard for and violation of the rights of others. They manipulate others for personal gain and lack empathy. Educational objective: Histrionic personality disorder is characterized by persistent attention-seeking behavior and exaggerated emotionality. The client with this disorder demands immediate gratification and has little tolerance for frustration.

The Nurse Assigned to Care for the Client with a Diagnosis