The wife of a patient newly diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia is concerned that her husband "will be this sick for the rest of his life." What information can the nurse provide to the wife?
a. "This disorder generally responds well with treatment and follow-up."
b. "All types of schizophrenia by their nature are chronic relapsing disorders."
c. "Outcomes are related to the patient's pre-hospital symptoms of disorganization."
d. "The typical outcome for this diagnosis is that total remission is not achievable."
ANS: A
The prognosis for paranoid schizophrenia is good with appropriate treatment and effective follow-up. The remaining options are not correct when considering this type of schizophrenia
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