To assist in diagnosing a patient suspected of being impulsive, the nurse would have to see behavior that:
a. exhibits self-depreciation.
b. inflexibly adheres to a strict moral code.
c. uses manipulative, controlling strategies.
d. shows an inability to formulate realistic plans.
D
Impulsivity is manifested by an inability to plan, unreliability, unpredictability, failure to learn from experience, and poor judgment. An impulsive person acts to immediately gratify needs without considering the consequences of the action.
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