The nurse is caring for a client on a behavioral health unit. Which of the following would confirm the theory that mental illness is a psychobiologic disorder?
A) The client needs supervision in caring for himself.
B) The client behavior improves with group therapy.
C) The client has an alteration in neurotransmitter levels.
D) The client has developed inappropriate interpersonal skills.
C
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The nurse is correct to confirm the biologic disorder of an alteration in neurotransmitter levels. The neurotransmitters dopamine, norepinephrine, epinephrine, serotonin and acetylcholine often are implicated in the psychobiology of mental illness. Evaluating the client's need for personal assistance, behavior improvement with group therapy, and inappropriate interpersonal skills addresses behavior aspects alone.
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