Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 65%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client who has borderline personality disorder and has been engaging in self-mutilation. The nurse should encourage the client to participate in which of the following groups?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
The correct answer is A: Dialectical behavior treatment group. This group therapy is specifically designed for individuals with borderline personality disorder and focuses on teaching skills to manage emotions, improve relationships, and reduce self-destructive behaviors like self-mutilation. It incorporates techniques such as mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. Co-dependents support group (B) is not appropriate as it focuses on relationships with addicted individuals. Dual diagnosis treatment group (C) is for individuals with both substance abuse and mental health issues. Desensitization therapy (D) is used for conditions like phobias and PTSD, not BPD.