The physician asks the nurse whether the client with schizophrenia is experiencing any negative symptoms. The nurse responds that the client frequently:
1. answers questions in one- and two-word phrases with little expression.
2. is still delusional and believes she is Marilyn Monroe.
3. dresses in brightly colored, mismatched outfits.
4. has visual hallucinations of seeing polar bears in the room.
Answer: 1
1. A reduction in speech with brief responses and without emotion describes alogia.
2. Delusions are a positive manifestation of the disorder.
3. Positive symptoms involve an excess of normal function, as occurs with flamboyant behavior.
4. Positive symptoms include hallucinations.
You might also like to view...
Arrange the process of hemostasis in sequence. (Separate letters by a comma and space as follows: A, B, C, D)
a. Release of clotting factor from injured tissue b. Formation of thrombin c. Formation of fibrin d. Trapping of RBC and platelets e. Clot f. Release of thromboplastin
A nurse is employed by an agency that addresses global health needs. Which of the following roles is the nurse most likely to provide? (Select all that apply.)
a. Medications and vaccines for worldwide use b. Direct patient care for members of the community c. Knowledge and skill in countries where nursing is an organized profession d. Consultation to auxiliary personnel e. Facilitation of education and health pro-motion within the community
What will the nurse include when educating a 12-year-old patient about care of a cold sore? (Select all that apply.)
a. "Keep the cold sore clean with mild soap." b. "Use an astringent to assist in drying the cold sore and promote rapid healing." c. "Keep the cold sore moist to prevent cracking." d. "Note signs of infection, including the presence of pus. Contact the health care provider if this occurs." e. "Oral analgesics may help alleviate pain."
When an order must be given verbally, as in an emergency situation, it should be written down and signed by the provider within ________ hours.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).