ATI RN
ATI RN Mental Health 2019 NGN Questions
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A nurse is caring for a client who has borderline personality disorder and has been engaging in self-mutilation. The nurse should encourage the client to participate in which of the following groups?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Dialectical behavior treatment group. This is because dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is specifically designed to help individuals with borderline personality disorder manage their emotions, improve interpersonal relationships, and reduce self-destructive behaviors like self-mutilation. DBT combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with mindfulness practices to teach clients healthier coping strategies. Co-dependents support group (
A) may not address the client's specific needs. Desensitization therapy (
C) is more focused on treating phobias and anxiety disorders, not personality disorders. Dual diagnosis treatment group (
D) is for clients with both substance abuse and mental health issues, which may not be relevant in this case.
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