Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 80%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client who exhibits excessive attention-seeking behaviors, including acting flirtatious and seductive. The nurse should identify these behaviors as manifestations of which of the following personality disorders?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
The correct answer is B: Histrionic. Histrionic personality disorder is characterized by excessive attention-seeking behaviors, such as being overly flirtatious and seductive. Individuals with this disorder often seek reassurance and approval from others. This behavior is not indicative of Paranoid (A), Narcissistic (C), or Antisocial (D) personality disorders. Paranoid individuals are suspicious and mistrustful, Narcissistic individuals are preoccupied with themselves, and Antisocial individuals disregard and violate the rights of others. Hence, the correct choice is Histrionic.