A schizophrenic client is being assessed by the nurse. The client is demonstrating negative symptoms. Which symptoms would be considered negative? (Select all that apply.)

Question

Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

1. Hallucinations
2. Disorganized thoughts
3. Lack of interest
4. Lack of responsiveness
5. Disorganized speech

Answer 1

Correct Answer: 3, 4

Rationale 1: Hallucinations are a positive symptom.
Rationale 2: Disorganized thoughts is incorrect because this is a positive symptom.
Rationale 3: Lack of interest is a negative symptom.
Rationale 4: Lack of responsiveness is a negative symptom.
Rationale 5: Disorganized speech is incorrect because this is a positive symptom.

Global Rationale: Lack of interest and lack of responsiveness are both negative symptoms. Hallucination, disorganized thoughts, and disorganized speech are all positive symptoms.