A nurse is conducting an interview with a psychiatric–mental health client with a history of schizophrenia. The nurse notes that the client is using words such as "fabracious" and "sticknine." This client is using which of the following?
A) Neologisms
B) Clangs
C) Word themes
D) Broadcasting
Ans: A
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Clients with thought disorders may rhyme (clang associations) or use made-up words (neologisms).
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