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Biological Basis of Behavior Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which self-harm behavior should the nurse expect the client diagnosed with BPD to exhibit?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) often engage in suicidal gestures as a way to seek attention, communicate distress, or evoke a rescue response from others. This behavior is not typically intended to result in actual suicide but rather to express underlying emotional pain and to elicit care and support from others. Choice A is incorrect as individuals with BPD may not necessarily use highly lethal methods for suicide but may instead engage in behaviors seeking help. Choice C is incorrect as isolation and starvation are not commonly associated with self-harm behaviors in BPD. Choice D is incorrect as self-mutilation in individuals with BPD is often used as a coping mechanism to regulate intense emotions rather than to decrease endorphins.
Question 2 of 5
Using Mahler's theory of object relations, which should the nurse expect to note in a client with BPD's childhood?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Step 1: Mahler's theory focuses on stages of child development. Step 2: During individuation, child separates from mother to develop own identity. Step 3: In BPD, maternal inconsistency leads to confusion during this stage. Step 4: Lack of consistency can result in identity issues and emotional instability. Summary: Choices A, B, and C are incorrect as they do not directly relate to the specific issue of inconsistency during individuation in BPD.
Question 3 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 4 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 5 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.