Question 1
Regular
The nurse is assessing a client who is diagnosed with borderline personality disorder. Which client statement indicates the client is at risk for self-injurious behavior?
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The correct answer is: C
Rationale
When I feel extremely anxious, it is like my mind goes somewhere else. This statement suggests dissociation in response to intense emotions, a behavior often linked with self-injury as a coping mechanism for overwhelming feelings.
A: I have felt so down lately. This reflects low mood but does not directly indicate self-injurious tendencies or coping strategies associated with borderline personality disorder.
B: I do what I do because others tell me to do so. This statement indicates a lack of autonomy and decision-making but does not imply any intent or risk for self-harm.
D: It is almost as if as soon as I think of doing something, I immediately do it. This describes impulsivity, which can be a symptom of borderline personality disorder, yet does not specifically address self-injurious behavior.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: When I feel extremely anxious, it is like my mind goes somewhere else. This statement suggests dissociation in response to intense emotions, a behavior often linked with self-injury as a coping mechanism for overwhelming feelings.
A: I have felt so down lately. This reflects low mood but does not directly indicate self-injurious tendencies or coping strategies associated with borderline personality disorder.
B: I do what I do because others tell me to do so. This statement indicates a lack of autonomy and decision-making but does not imply any intent or risk for self-harm.
D: It is almost as if as soon as I think of doing something, I immediately do it. This describes impulsivity, which can be a symptom of borderline personality disorder, yet does not specifically address self-injurious behavior.
Question 2
Regular
A woman with borderline personality disorder has been admitted to the inpatient unit because she has been engaging in wrist cutting. The client?s sister is visiting, and the sister asks the nurse to explain why her sister sometimes does this to herself. Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate?
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The correct answer is: A
Rationale
Sometimes the self-injurious behavior is undertaken to relieve stress. Individuals with borderline personality disorder often use self-harm as a coping mechanism to manage overwhelming emotions and alleviate intense psychological pain. This response reflects a common understanding of the behavior's function in providing temporary relief from emotional distress.
B: Self-injurious behavior often calms and sedates people with this diagnosis. While self-harm may provide temporary relief, it primarily serves as a coping mechanism rather than a means of sedation.
C: Sometimes they do it to avoid the onslaught of delusional thinking. Self-injurious actions are not typically linked to managing delusions; instead, they relate more to emotional regulation and distress tolerance.
D: The self-mutilation often slows the mood swings your sister experiences. Self-harm does not effectively regulate mood swings; rather, it addresses acute emotional distress without providing a long-term solution for mood stability.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sometimes the self-injurious behavior is undertaken to relieve stress. Individuals with borderline personality disorder often use self-harm as a coping mechanism to manage overwhelming emotions and alleviate intense psychological pain. This response reflects a common understanding of the behavior's function in providing temporary relief from emotional distress.
B: Self-injurious behavior often calms and sedates people with this diagnosis. While self-harm may provide temporary relief, it primarily serves as a coping mechanism rather than a means of sedation.
C: Sometimes they do it to avoid the onslaught of delusional thinking. Self-injurious actions are not typically linked to managing delusions; instead, they relate more to emotional regulation and distress tolerance.
D: The self-mutilation often slows the mood swings your sister experiences. Self-harm does not effectively regulate mood swings; rather, it addresses acute emotional distress without providing a long-term solution for mood stability.
Question 3
Regular
The nurse has explained some of the biologic theories of causation to a client diagnosed with borderline personality disorder and his family. The nurse determines that the client and family have understood the instructions when they state which of the following?
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The correct answer is: C
Rationale
A: The disorder may be caused by increased serotonin activity. This statement misrepresents the research, as borderline personality disorder is not primarily linked to increased serotonin levels but rather to complex neurobiological factors.
B: The disorder is caused by decreased dopamine activity in my brain. This option overlooks the multifaceted nature of borderline personality disorder, which involves more than just dopamine dysfunction in its etiology.
D: A decrease in hormonal substances increases the risk for this illness. This assertion simplifies the biological complexities and does not accurately represent the established theories surrounding borderline personality disorder's development and causation.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A: The disorder may be caused by increased serotonin activity. This statement misrepresents the research, as borderline personality disorder is not primarily linked to increased serotonin levels but rather to complex neurobiological factors.
B: The disorder is caused by decreased dopamine activity in my brain. This option overlooks the multifaceted nature of borderline personality disorder, which involves more than just dopamine dysfunction in its etiology.
D: A decrease in hormonal substances increases the risk for this illness. This assertion simplifies the biological complexities and does not accurately represent the established theories surrounding borderline personality disorder's development and causation.
Question 4
Regular
The nurse is assessing a client who has borderline personality disorder. Which of the following would be a priority?
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The correct answer is: C
Rationale
C: Physical functioning is the priority for a client with borderline personality disorder, as it directly impacts their ability to engage in daily activities and manage emotional distress effectively.
A: Nutrition patterns may be significant but do not immediately affect the client's overall stability and functioning, making it a secondary concern compared to physical health needs.
B: Personal hygiene practices are important; however, they are often linked to emotional states, making them less critical than ensuring the client’s physical functioning for immediate care.
D: Somatic complaints can arise from emotional issues, but addressing physical functioning takes precedence, as it influences the client’s capacity to cope with psychological symptoms and engage in treatment.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: C: Physical functioning is the priority for a client with borderline personality disorder, as it directly impacts their ability to engage in daily activities and manage emotional distress effectively.
A: Nutrition patterns may be significant but do not immediately affect the client's overall stability and functioning, making it a secondary concern compared to physical health needs.
B: Personal hygiene practices are important; however, they are often linked to emotional states, making them less critical than ensuring the client’s physical functioning for immediate care.
D: Somatic complaints can arise from emotional issues, but addressing physical functioning takes precedence, as it influences the client’s capacity to cope with psychological symptoms and engage in treatment.
Question 5
Regular
A client diagnosed with borderline personality disorder tells the nurse that she frequently spaces out. Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate?
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The correct answer is: D
Rationale
D: Do you feel as if you are out of your body? This response directly addresses the client's experience of dissociation, encouraging exploration of feelings related to their symptoms, which is crucial for understanding borderline personality disorder.
A: Do you feel stressed most of the time? While stress may be relevant, this response does not specifically connect to the client's experience of spacing out and dissociation.
B: Does this frighten you when it happens? Although fear could be a component, this question doesn’t delve into the experience itself, missing an opportunity for deeper understanding.
C: What’s happening around you when this occurs? This inquiry focuses on external factors rather than the internal experience of dissociation, which is essential to address in borderline personality disorder.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: D: Do you feel as if you are out of your body? This response directly addresses the client's experience of dissociation, encouraging exploration of feelings related to their symptoms, which is crucial for understanding borderline personality disorder.
A: Do you feel stressed most of the time? While stress may be relevant, this response does not specifically connect to the client's experience of spacing out and dissociation.
B: Does this frighten you when it happens? Although fear could be a component, this question doesn’t delve into the experience itself, missing an opportunity for deeper understanding.
C: What’s happening around you when this occurs? This inquiry focuses on external factors rather than the internal experience of dissociation, which is essential to address in borderline personality disorder.
Question 6
Regular
The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with borderline personality disorder. The nurse has instructed the client about using the communication triad. The nurse determines that the client has understood this technique when he states which of the following?
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The correct answer is: A
Rationale
I should start by stating my feelings as an “I” statement.
Using "I" statements is a fundamental aspect of the communication triad, allowing individuals to express personal emotions clearly and assertively, which fosters understanding and reduces defensiveness in conversations.
B: Maybe I should start by describing the situation that has me upset.
Describing the situation precedes expressing feelings, but it does not emphasize personal emotional ownership, which is crucial for effective communication in this context.
C: I should first tell the other person what I’d like to be different about the situation.
Stating desired changes is a later step in the triad and doesn't address the immediate need to convey personal feelings first, which is essential for clarity.
D: I should begin by telling the other person what has triggered my emotion.
Mentioning triggers does not focus on the feelings themselves and can shift the conversation away from personal emotional expression, undermining the purpose of the communication triad.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: I should start by stating my feelings as an “I” statement.
Using "I" statements is a fundamental aspect of the communication triad, allowing individuals to express personal emotions clearly and assertively, which fosters understanding and reduces defensiveness in conversations.
B: Maybe I should start by describing the situation that has me upset.
Describing the situation precedes expressing feelings, but it does not emphasize personal emotional ownership, which is crucial for effective communication in this context.
C: I should first tell the other person what I’d like to be different about the situation.
Stating desired changes is a later step in the triad and doesn't address the immediate need to convey personal feelings first, which is essential for clarity.
D: I should begin by telling the other person what has triggered my emotion.
Mentioning triggers does not focus on the feelings themselves and can shift the conversation away from personal emotional expression, undermining the purpose of the communication triad.
Question 7
Regular
A client with borderline personality disorder tells the nurse, I?m afraid to get on a train because we?ll probably get into a wreck. Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate?
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The correct answer is: B
Rationale
B: What are the chances of that actually happening? This response encourages the client to explore their fears rationally, promoting cognitive reframing which is vital in managing anxiety associated with borderline personality disorder. It invites reflection on the likelihood of their fear, fostering a healthier perspective on their thoughts.
A: Have you had a bad experience riding a train? This question might inadvertently validate the client’s irrational fears rather than addressing the underlying anxiety and cognitive distortions that contribute to their fear of train travel.
C: Now you know that won’t happen. Such a dismissive response minimizes the client's feelings, potentially leading to feelings of invalidation or misunderstanding, which can exacerbate anxiety and hinder trust in the therapeutic relationship.
D: Have you thought about going by automobile? Suggesting an alternative mode of transportation does not address the client’s specific fear and may come off as avoidance rather than engaging with their anxiety constructively.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: B: What are the chances of that actually happening? This response encourages the client to explore their fears rationally, promoting cognitive reframing which is vital in managing anxiety associated with borderline personality disorder. It invites reflection on the likelihood of their fear, fostering a healthier perspective on their thoughts.
A: Have you had a bad experience riding a train? This question might inadvertently validate the client’s irrational fears rather than addressing the underlying anxiety and cognitive distortions that contribute to their fear of train travel.
C: Now you know that won’t happen. Such a dismissive response minimizes the client's feelings, potentially leading to feelings of invalidation or misunderstanding, which can exacerbate anxiety and hinder trust in the therapeutic relationship.
D: Have you thought about going by automobile? Suggesting an alternative mode of transportation does not address the client’s specific fear and may come off as avoidance rather than engaging with their anxiety constructively.
Question 8
Multiple Choice
A nursing instructor is preparing a class discussion on personality disorders and characteristics. Which term would the instructor include to differentiate personality disorders from normal personality? Select all that apply.
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The correct answer is: A,C,E
Rationale
Inflexible, pervasive, and distressing are key terms that highlight how personality disorders deviate from normal personality traits. These characteristics reflect rigid patterns, widespread impact on functioning, and significant emotional turmoil, distinguishing disorders from typical personality variations.
B: Short term. Personality disorders manifest over a long duration, affecting individuals consistently rather than for brief periods, which is essential for diagnosis and understanding their complexity.
D: Unstable over time. While some personality disorders may show fluctuations, the defining traits are usually stable and enduring, contrasting with transient emotional states or behaviors common in other conditions.
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: Inflexible, pervasive, and distressing are key terms that highlight how personality disorders deviate from normal personality traits. These characteristics reflect rigid patterns, widespread impact on functioning, and significant emotional turmoil, distinguishing disorders from typical personality variations.
B: Short term. Personality disorders manifest over a long duration, affecting individuals consistently rather than for brief periods, which is essential for diagnosis and understanding their complexity.
D: Unstable over time. While some personality disorders may show fluctuations, the defining traits are usually stable and enduring, contrasting with transient emotional states or behaviors common in other conditions.
Question 9
Multiple Choice
A group of nursing students is reviewing possible risk factors for development of borderline personality disorder. The students demonstrate understanding of the information when they identify which of the following as a risk factor? Select all that apply.
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The correct answer is: A,B,D,E
Rationale
Childhood sexual abuse, parental loss, family history, and genetics are all recognized risk factors for developing borderline personality disorder. These elements contribute to emotional dysregulation and interpersonal difficulties characteristic of the disorder.
C: Substance abuse This option lacks direct ties to borderline personality disorder's development and is more commonly associated with other mental health issues rather than being a primary risk factor.
Correct Answer: A,B,D,E
Rationale: Childhood sexual abuse, parental loss, family history, and genetics are all recognized risk factors for developing borderline personality disorder. These elements contribute to emotional dysregulation and interpersonal difficulties characteristic of the disorder.
C: Substance abuse This option lacks direct ties to borderline personality disorder's development and is more commonly associated with other mental health issues rather than being a primary risk factor.
Question 10
Regular
A nurse is observing a client diagnosed with borderline personality disorder on the inpatient unit. Which of the following would the nurse most likely note?
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The correct answer is: C
Rationale
Participating in relationships in which the client has control. Individuals with borderline personality disorder often struggle with interpersonal relationships, typically seeking dynamics where they can exert some level of dominance or control.
A: Actively participating in several different groups. Clients with this disorder frequently have difficulty maintaining stable relationships, often avoiding engagement in multiple group settings due to fear of abandonment or conflict.
B: Openly verbalizing feelings. While some individuals may express emotions, those with borderline personality disorder often experience intense emotional dysregulation, making open communication about feelings challenging and inconsistent.
D: Adhering to the personal boundaries of others. Clients with borderline personality disorder commonly struggle with respecting others' boundaries, frequently testing limits and engaging in behaviors that challenge interpersonal space and norms.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Participating in relationships in which the client has control. Individuals with borderline personality disorder often struggle with interpersonal relationships, typically seeking dynamics where they can exert some level of dominance or control.
A: Actively participating in several different groups. Clients with this disorder frequently have difficulty maintaining stable relationships, often avoiding engagement in multiple group settings due to fear of abandonment or conflict.
B: Openly verbalizing feelings. While some individuals may express emotions, those with borderline personality disorder often experience intense emotional dysregulation, making open communication about feelings challenging and inconsistent.
D: Adhering to the personal boundaries of others. Clients with borderline personality disorder commonly struggle with respecting others' boundaries, frequently testing limits and engaging in behaviors that challenge interpersonal space and norms.
Question 11
Regular
A nurse is assessing a client with borderline personality disorder. Which question would be most appropriate to assess the client?s level of impulsivity?
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The correct answer is: B
Rationale
Have you ever felt sorry after acting as you did on the spur of the moment?
This question directly addresses impulsivity by prompting the client to reflect on their spontaneous actions and any subsequent feelings of regret. It effectively assesses the awareness and consequences of their impulsive behaviors, which is crucial in understanding borderline personality disorder.
A: What things bother you and make you feel happy? This question focuses on emotional triggers rather than impulsivity, failing to gauge the client’s actions or reactions to spontaneous decisions.
C: How do you view other people around you? This option explores interpersonal perceptions and relationships, which does not specifically relate to assessing impulsive behavior or its consequences.
D: Have you ever felt like you were separated from your body? This question addresses dissociation rather than impulsivity, missing the opportunity to evaluate the client’s impulsive actions and their reflections on them.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Have you ever felt sorry after acting as you did on the spur of the moment?
This question directly addresses impulsivity by prompting the client to reflect on their spontaneous actions and any subsequent feelings of regret. It effectively assesses the awareness and consequences of their impulsive behaviors, which is crucial in understanding borderline personality disorder.
A: What things bother you and make you feel happy? This question focuses on emotional triggers rather than impulsivity, failing to gauge the client’s actions or reactions to spontaneous decisions.
C: How do you view other people around you? This option explores interpersonal perceptions and relationships, which does not specifically relate to assessing impulsive behavior or its consequences.
D: Have you ever felt like you were separated from your body? This question addresses dissociation rather than impulsivity, missing the opportunity to evaluate the client’s impulsive actions and their reflections on them.
Question 12
Regular
As part of a client?s treatment plan for borderline personality disorder, the client is engaged in dialectical behavior therapy. As part of the therapy, the client is learning how to control and change behavior in response to events. The nurse identifies the client as learning which type of skills?
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The correct answer is: A
Rationale
Emotion regulation skills. These skills are essential in dialectical behavior therapy as they empower the client to identify, understand, and manage emotional responses effectively in various situations, thus enhancing overall emotional stability.
B: Mindfulness skills. While mindfulness skills focus on present-moment awareness and acceptance, they do not specifically target the regulation of emotions or behavioral responses to events.
C: Distress tolerance skills. Distress tolerance skills are aimed at managing emotional pain in the moment but do not emphasize the control and change of behavior in response to events.
D: Self-management skills. Self-management skills encompass a broader range of strategies for personal control but do not specifically address the emotional regulation aspect central to this therapy.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Emotion regulation skills. These skills are essential in dialectical behavior therapy as they empower the client to identify, understand, and manage emotional responses effectively in various situations, thus enhancing overall emotional stability.
B: Mindfulness skills. While mindfulness skills focus on present-moment awareness and acceptance, they do not specifically target the regulation of emotions or behavioral responses to events.
C: Distress tolerance skills. Distress tolerance skills are aimed at managing emotional pain in the moment but do not emphasize the control and change of behavior in response to events.
D: Self-management skills. Self-management skills encompass a broader range of strategies for personal control but do not specifically address the emotional regulation aspect central to this therapy.
Question 13
Multiple Choice
A client with borderline personality disorder has difficulty maintaining boundaries of the professional relationship. Which of the following would be most effective for the nurse to do? Select all that apply.
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The correct answer is: B,C,D,E
Rationale
Respond to the client’s arrogance in a neutral, nonconfrontational manner, discuss the purpose of the limits in the therapeutic relationship, state the parameters of the limits and boundaries clearly, and ensure that any established limits are maintained consistently.
Addressing the client's behavior neutrally fosters trust, while discussing limits educates them on boundaries. Clearly stating and maintaining limits reinforces structure, essential for clients with borderline personality disorder.
A: Punish the client with seclusion for violating established boundaries. Punitive measures can exacerbate feelings of abandonment and intensify emotional instability, undermining the therapeutic alliance critical for effective treatment.
B: Respond to the client’s arrogance in a neutral, nonconfrontational manner. Neutral responses help de-escalate tension, allowing for a more constructive interaction where the client feels understood rather than attacked.
C: Discuss the purpose of the limits in the therapeutic relationship. Educating the client about limits encourages insight into their behavior and fosters a collaborative atmosphere essential for therapeutic progress.
D: State the parameters of the limits and boundaries clearly. Clear communication establishes expectations, providing the client with a solid framework for acceptable behavior, thus enhancing their understanding of necessary boundaries.
E: Ensure that any established limits are maintained consistently. Consistency in enforcing boundaries helps reinforce security and predictability, which are vital for clients struggling with emotional regulation and interpersonal relationships.
Correct Answer: B,C,D,E
Rationale: Respond to the client’s arrogance in a neutral, nonconfrontational manner, discuss the purpose of the limits in the therapeutic relationship, state the parameters of the limits and boundaries clearly, and ensure that any established limits are maintained consistently.
Addressing the client's behavior neutrally fosters trust, while discussing limits educates them on boundaries. Clearly stating and maintaining limits reinforces structure, essential for clients with borderline personality disorder.
A: Punish the client with seclusion for violating established boundaries. Punitive measures can exacerbate feelings of abandonment and intensify emotional instability, undermining the therapeutic alliance critical for effective treatment.
B: Respond to the client’s arrogance in a neutral, nonconfrontational manner. Neutral responses help de-escalate tension, allowing for a more constructive interaction where the client feels understood rather than attacked.
C: Discuss the purpose of the limits in the therapeutic relationship. Educating the client about limits encourages insight into their behavior and fosters a collaborative atmosphere essential for therapeutic progress.
D: State the parameters of the limits and boundaries clearly. Clear communication establishes expectations, providing the client with a solid framework for acceptable behavior, thus enhancing their understanding of necessary boundaries.
E: Ensure that any established limits are maintained consistently. Consistency in enforcing boundaries helps reinforce security and predictability, which are vital for clients struggling with emotional regulation and interpersonal relationships.
Question 14
Multiple Choice
A nurse is engaged in role-playing with a client with borderline personality disorder to assist the client in learning how to communicate effectively. Which of the following would the nurse encourage the client to use? Select all that apply.
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The correct answer is: B,C,E
Rationale
B: Validating perceptions with others encourages the client to acknowledge and understand different viewpoints, fostering empathy and improving interpersonal relationships. This is essential for effective communication in borderline personality disorder.
C: Paraphrasing before responding helps clarify understanding and shows active engagement in conversations, which is vital for the client’s communication development.
E: Compromising promotes collaboration and negotiation, which are crucial skills for maintaining relationships and resolving conflicts effectively.
A: Me statements focus on individual feelings, but may not fully engage the client in understanding others' perspectives or facilitate deeper communication.
D: Listening passively does not encourage active participation or critical engagement, limiting the client's ability to develop effective communication strategies and understand others.
Correct Answer: B,C,E
Rationale: B: Validating perceptions with others encourages the client to acknowledge and understand different viewpoints, fostering empathy and improving interpersonal relationships. This is essential for effective communication in borderline personality disorder.
C: Paraphrasing before responding helps clarify understanding and shows active engagement in conversations, which is vital for the client’s communication development.
E: Compromising promotes collaboration and negotiation, which are crucial skills for maintaining relationships and resolving conflicts effectively.
A: Me statements focus on individual feelings, but may not fully engage the client in understanding others' perspectives or facilitate deeper communication.
D: Listening passively does not encourage active participation or critical engagement, limiting the client's ability to develop effective communication strategies and understand others.
Question 15
Regular
A nurse is assisting a client with borderline personality disorder in how to manage transient psychotic episodes that involve auditory hallucinations. The teaching is planned for times when the client is free of these symptoms. Which of the following would the nurse instruct the client to do first?
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The correct answer is: C
Rationale
Identify early internal cues of distress. Recognizing these cues allows the client to intervene early and utilize coping strategies before hallucinations escalate, fostering better management of their symptoms and enhancing overall self-awareness.
A: Use skills to tolerate painful feelings. While important, this option is more relevant after recognizing distress cues rather than a proactive first step in managing psychotic episodes.
B: Practice deep abdominal breathing. This technique can be helpful in calming anxiety but does not address the initial recognition of distress that is crucial for effective symptom management.
D: Refer to cards listing potential symptoms. This serves as a supplemental resource but does not actively engage the client in recognizing their own early signs of distress, which is vital.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Identify early internal cues of distress. Recognizing these cues allows the client to intervene early and utilize coping strategies before hallucinations escalate, fostering better management of their symptoms and enhancing overall self-awareness.
A: Use skills to tolerate painful feelings. While important, this option is more relevant after recognizing distress cues rather than a proactive first step in managing psychotic episodes.
B: Practice deep abdominal breathing. This technique can be helpful in calming anxiety but does not address the initial recognition of distress that is crucial for effective symptom management.
D: Refer to cards listing potential symptoms. This serves as a supplemental resource but does not actively engage the client in recognizing their own early signs of distress, which is vital.
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Personality and Borderline Personality Disorder: Management of Emotional Dysregulation and Self-Harm
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