Mental health and dementiaQuestion 719 of 1700

A person shows grandiosity, a need for admiration, and little empathy. Which disorder does the book link to this pattern?

  1. Borderline personality disorder
  2. Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder
  3. Narcissistic personality disorder
  4. Social anxiety disorder
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Correct answer: Narcissistic personality disorder

This pattern defines narcissistic personality disorder.

Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 10.4: Caring for Clients With Mental Health or Substance Use Disorders

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026