Your psychotic patient states "my arms and legs are on fire." What would be your best response?
A.
"That's silly. There is nothing wrong with your legs."
B.
"Does the fire travel from one side of your body to the other?"
C.
"That must be distressing. How do you stop it?"
D.
"I will get you some ice to put out the burning feeling."
ANS: C
This response acknowledges the distress and supports that the patient has some control over the distress. Responses B and D reinforce the delusion, and response A minimizes her experience.
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