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Title: A young client tells the nurse that she is going to fight recent charges of shoplifting since she ... Post by: jsutherland119 on Jan 18, 2018 A young client tells the nurse that she is going to fight recent charges of shoplifting since she was just taking what was rightfully hers. The nurse realizes the client is demonstrating:
1. Narcissism. 2. Manipulation. 3. Denial. 4. Projection. Title: A young client tells the nurse that she is going to fight recent charges of shoplifting since she ... Post by: jompau on Jan 18, 2018 1. Narcissism.
Rationale: Clinical manifestations seen in individuals with personality disorders include narcissism, manipulation, and impulsiveness. The client who states that she was only taking what was rightfully hers is demonstrating narcissism, which is the belief that one is the center of the universe and therefore is entitled to certain things. Manipulation is controlling behavior to exploit others for personal gain. The client is not demonstrating manipulation. The client may or may not be denying her behavior. The client is not projecting her behavior. |