1. Schizoid
2. Antisocial
3. Obsessive-compulsive
4. Passive-aggressive
Monday, September 20, 2010
NCLEX type question Week of 9-19-10
The nurse observes that a male client is indifferent to the staff and other clients, emotionally constricted and aloof. He has difficulty establishing eye contact, dresses unattractively, and appears to like being isolated. These traits are most indicative of which personality disorder?
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Answer 1.
ReplyDeleteThe schizoid personality likes to stay aloof, withdrawn, and isolated, with as little interaction with others as possible. Individuals with this personality type will never initiate interpersonal communications or relationships.