A patient diagnosed with a personality disorder has used manipulation to get his or her needs met. The staff decides to apply limit setting interventions. What is the correct rationale for this action?
A) It provides an outlet for feelings of anger and frustration.
B) It respects the patient's wishes so assertiveness will develop.
C) External controls are necessary while internal controls are developed.
D) Anxiety is reduced when staff members assume responsibility for the patient's behavior.

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A lack of internal controls leads to manipulative behaviors such as lying, cheating, conning, and flattering. To protect the rights of others, external controls must be consistently maintained until the patient is able to behave appropriately.

A Patient Diagnosed with a Personality Disorder Has Used Manipulation