An appropriate outcome for a client with a personality disorder with a nursing diagnosis of
ineffective coping related to use of manipulation would be that the client will
a. identify when angry.
b. use manipulation only to get legitimate needs met.
c. acknowledge manipulative behavior when it is called to his or her attention.
d. accept the decision that staff will fulfill a client request within an hour rather than
immediately.
C
This is an early outcome that paves the way for later taking greater responsibility for controlling
manipulative behavior. Option A relates to anger and aggression control. Option B: This outcome is
inappropriate. The client would ideally use assertive behavior to promote need fulfillment. Option
D: This outcome relates to impulsivity and immediacy control.
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