Author Question: During an assessment the assessment of a client admitted with new onset schizophrenia, the nurse ... (Read 94 times)

ahriuashd · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

During an assessment the assessment of a client admitted with new onset schizophrenia, the nurse observes the client repeating the last word of each question asked. Because of this, the client unable to completely answer any of the assessment questions.

Which speech pattern in this client exhibiting?
1. Circumlocution
2. Flight of ideas
3. Neologisms
4. Echolalia

Question 2

The nurse believes a client is having difficulty coping with current illness and hospitalization. Which assessment question would best help the nurse identify the client's coping ability?

1. Who is your closest friend?
2. What social groups do you belong to?
3. What is your birth order in your family?
4. Who do you call when you need help?

lkoler · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 4

Echolalia is the constant repetition of words or phrases that the client hears others say. Circumlocution means the client is demonstrating numerous digressions. Flight of ideas is a speech pattern where thoughts and ideas jump. . Neologisms are the coining of new words that have significance to the client.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 4

Questions that are helpful to gather additional information about a client's stress and coping mechanisms include: What do you do for relaxation? For recreation? What is your greatest source of comfort when you are feeling upset? Who do you call for help? What is your current level of stress? Questions about friends and social groups assess the client's Roles & Relationships, whereas questions about birth order focus on the client's Family History.