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ashley

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With regard to the environment, it is important for the nurse to be aware of lighting for some clients. Clients with a diagnosis of schizophrenia may be bothered by lights that are flickering because this may trigger:
 
  a. Overstimulation
  b. Hallucinations
  c. Aggressive behaviors
  d. Photophobia

Question 2

Most psychosomatic problems and somatoform disorders begin in:
 
  a. Puberty
  b. Adulthood
  c. Childhood
  d. Adolescence



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Answer to Question 1

B
The flickering of a light bulb can trigger hallucinations and delusions; therefore, it is important for the nurse to monitor the physical environment. Overstimulation, aggressive behaviors, and photophobia usually occur when light is too bright.

Answer to Question 2

C
How an individual perceives and responds to stress is established in childhood.



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