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Biological Basis of Behavior Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
When planning care for clients diagnosed with personality disorders, which treatment outcome should the nurse anticipate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C because the goal in treating personality disorders is to reduce the inflexibility of maladaptive personality traits that impact functioning and relationships. This approach focuses on improving adaptive coping strategies and interpersonal skills. A: Medications may be used to manage specific symptoms, but they do not target the core issues of personality disorders. B: Changing core personality traits is challenging and usually not a realistic treatment goal. D: Personality disorders are not primarily caused by neurotransmitter imbalances, so targeting neurotransmitters is not the main focus of treatment.
Question 2 of 5
Which information would the nurse include when teaching the mother of a child diagnosed with mild ID?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because children with mild intellectual disabilities (ID) typically develop academic skills up to a sixth-grade level. This is important information for the mother to understand the potential academic abilities of her child. Choice A is incorrect because children with mild ID may not necessarily need constant supervision, as their level of independence can vary. Choice C is incorrect as children with mild ID may not always appear different from their peers. Choice D is incorrect because mild ID does not necessarily equate to significant sensory-motor impairment.
Question 3 of 5
Which nursing diagnosis best addresses a client problem associated with an IQ of 47?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Impaired social interaction R/T nonadherence to social convention. This nursing diagnosis addresses the client's problem of having an IQ of 47, as individuals with intellectual disabilities may struggle with social interactions due to difficulty understanding social norms. Impaired social interaction is a common issue for individuals with lower IQs, impacting their ability to engage in appropriate social behaviors. Choice A is incorrect because self-mutilation is not directly related to the client's IQ level. Choice C is incorrect as delusional thinking is not necessarily associated with intellectual disabilities. Choice D is incorrect because decreased gross motor skills do not directly correlate with social isolation in the context of the client's IQ level.
Question 4 of 5
What percentage of ID cases result in early alterations in embryonic development?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D (30%). The majority of ID cases result from early alterations in embryonic development, affecting brain development and function. These alterations can lead to intellectual disabilities. Choice A (5%) is too low; ID cases are more prevalent. Choice B (10%) is also too low; the percentage is higher. Choice C (20%) is closer, but still underestimated; the actual percentage is even higher than 20%. Therefore, choice D (30%) is the most accurate representation of the percentage of ID cases resulting from early alterations in embryonic development.
Question 5 of 5
An unemployed woman, age 24, seeks help because she feels depressed and abandoned and doesn't know what to do with her life. She says she has quit her last five jobs because her coworkers didn't like her and didn't train her adequately. Last week, her boyfriend broke up with her after she drove his car into a tree after an argument. The client's initial diagnosis is borderline personality disorder. Which nursing observations support this diagnosis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.