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A nurse is teaching a group of newly licensed nurses about personality disorders. Which of the following information should be included?

Personality disorders often manifest from childhood emotional trauma.

Clients of higher socioeconomic status are less likely to be diagnosed with personality disorder

Strict parental guidelines contribute to the development of personality disorder

Personality disorders are often seen in children under the age of 10.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

A. Childhood emotional trauma can be a significant contributing factor to the development of personality disorders.

B. Personality disorders can occur in individuals from any socioeconomic background.

C. Strict parental guidelines alone do not necessarily contribute to the development of personality disorders.

D. Personality disorders are typically diagnosed in adolescence or adulthood, not in children under the age of 10.

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Exposure to substances at an early age can significantly increase the risk of developing addiction due to the impact on the developing brain.

B. Initial substance use in adulthood is less likely to result in addiction compared to use that starts earlier in life.

C. Cognitive deficits alone are not as significant a risk factor for addiction as early exposure to substances.

D. While medical insurance is important for treatment access, it does not directly increase the potential for addiction.

A. Stereotypic movement disorder B. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) C. Dysgraphia D. Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Stereotypic movement disorder involves repetitive, non-functional motor behavior that interferes with normal activities, but the behaviors described are more indicative of ADHD.

B. Autism spectrum disorder can include difficulties with social interactions and repetitive behaviors, but the described behaviors are more characteristic of ADHD.

C. Dysgraphia involves difficulties with writing, which does not align with the behaviors described.

D. Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) includes symptoms such as hyperactivity, impulsivity, and difficulty sustaining attention, which match the behaviors described by the guardians.

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