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

Question

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

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

Answer 1

Correct Answer: 1, 3, 5

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

Global Rationale: Hallucinations, disorganized thoughts, and disorganized speech are positive symptom. Lack of interest and lack of responsiveness are negative symptoms.