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

Question

1. Delusions
2. Irrational actions
3. Lack of interest
4. Neglect of personal hygiene
5. Hyperactivity

Answer 1

3, 4

Rationale 1:Delusions are a positive symptom.
Rationale 2:Irrational actions is incorrect because this is a positive symptom.
Rationale 3: Lack of interest is a negative symptom.
Rationale 4:Neglect of personal hygiene is a negative symptom.
Rationale 5:Hyperactivity is incorrect because this is a positive symptom.

Global Rationale: Lack of interest and neglect of personal hygiene are both negative symptoms. Other negative symptoms include attitude of indifferencetoward or detachment from life activities, neglect of personal job or school, withdrawal from social activities and relationships, and behavior changes from extreme hyperactivity to stupor. Delusions, irrational actions, and hyperactivity are all positive symptoms.