A nurse is performing an assessment interview with a client. The client tells the nurse that he has a type A personality. Based on the nurse's interpretation, the nurse would expect which behavior by the client?
A) Appearing relaxed and easygoing throughout the interview
B) Wanting the interview to be over as quickly as possible
C) Being pleased with the overall pace of the interview
D) Speaking slowly, requiring time to consider his answers
Ans: B
The nurse can anticipate that the client will be competitive, aggressive, and impatient because these characteristics signify the type A personality. People with type B personalities do not exhibit these behaviors and generally are more relaxed, easygoing, and easily satisfied. They have an accepting attitude about trivial mistakes and use a problem-solving approach to major problems. People with type C personalities are described as having difficulty expressing emotion; being introverted, respectful, conforming, compliant, and eager to please; and avoiding conflict. They respond to stress with depression and hopelessness. A person with a type D (distressed) personality is indicated when he or she experiences increased negative emotions (depression) and pessimism, and does not share emotions.
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