Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 86%
Full-length
A 31-year-old client is admitted to the psychiatric unit after cutting both wrists with a kitchen knife. The client has a diagnosis of borderline personality disorder. The most therapeutic approach by the nurse is one that is:
Correct answer
C
Rationale
A firm and consistent approach provides structure and boundaries, which are therapeutic for clients with borderline personality disorder who often test limits.