Which nursing action is most helpful in managing the positive symptoms of schizophrenia?
A) Therapeutic communication
B) Physical activity
C) Medication administration
D) Drawing
C
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Positive symptoms of schizophrenia include delusions, hallucinations, and fluent but disorganized speech. Positive symptoms are managed by medication administration. Therapeutic communication, physical activity, and drawing are excellent ways to express emotions.
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