Personality Disorders in Nursing

Proverbs 3:5-6 Learn the important personality disorders to know for HESI, NCLEX, ATI and More. Learn how to zoom in on clues in the scenarios provided and how to eliminate wrong answer choices. NCLEX-RN Cheat Sheets, Audiolessons & More: www.nexusnursinginstitute.com Follow Nexus Nursing on Youtube, TikTok, Instagram & Facebook. Nexus Nursing Podcast is also available on all major platforms Gifts of Appreciation Welcome: Cashapp: $EvaDeliverance Paypal: nexusnursing1922 Venmo: Eva-Deliverance Cluster A – Odd or Eccentric Disorders 1. Personality disorders in Cluster A are characterized by __________, __________, and __________ behavior patterns. 2. Individuals with paranoid personality disorder often display persistent __________ and a strong belief that others intend to __________ them. 3. The hallmark of schizoid personality disorder is social __________ and a preference for __________ activities. 4. Schizotypal personality disorder is associated with __________ thinking, unusual __________, and odd __________. Cluster B – Dramatic, Emotional, or Erratic Disorders 5. Cluster B personality disorders often involve problems with emotional __________, impulsivity, and __________ relationships. 6. Antisocial personality disorder involves a disregard for the __________ of others, lack of __________, and repeated __________ behavior. 7. Borderline personality disorder commonly includes emotional instability, fear of __________, and a pattern of __________ or splitting. 8. Histrionic personality disorder is characterized by excessive __________ seeking and exaggerated __________ expression. 9. Narcissistic personality disorder involves a grandiose sense of __________, need for excessive __________, and lack of __________.