Your schizophrenic patient tells you he is suspicious that his doctor is trying to kill him. Which nursing diagnosis would be most appropriate?
A.
Impaired verbal communication
B.
Disturbed thought processes
C.
Risk for violence
D.
Ineffective communication
ANS: B
Delusions are an example of disturbed thought processes.
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a. Intrarenal b. Prerenal c. Postrenal d. Chronic
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Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. 1. It is caused by stress. 2. It is the most common type of glaucoma. 3. It is caused by impact injury. 4. The pressure develops slowly, over time. 5. The pressure develops quickly.