Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 67%
Simulated
A nurse is assessing a client suspected of having antisocial personality disorder. Which behavior is most indicative?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
The correct answer is A: Lack of empathy for others. Antisocial personality disorder is characterized by a persistent pattern of disregard for and violation of the rights of others. Individuals with this disorder typically lack empathy and show little concern for the feelings or well-being of others. This behavior is a key feature of antisocial personality disorder and differentiates it from other personality disorders. Choices B, C, and D are not indicative of antisocial personality disorder. Fear of social situations may be seen in social anxiety disorder, excessive need for admiration may be seen in narcissistic personality disorder, and persistent low mood may be seen in depressive disorders.