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burton19126

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on: Jul 19, 2018
The nurse is conducting an interview with a client who has a diagnosis of schizophrenia. The client says, Horses love to eat hay. Hey Jude, don't be afraid. I've always been afraid of the dark.
 
  What is this type of thought process is this client demonstrating?
  A) Magical thinking
  B) Neologisms
  C) Loose associations
  D) Ideas of reference

Question 2

A nurse is conducting an interview with a psychiatricmental health client with a history of schizophrenia. The nurse notes that the client is using words such as fabracious and sticknine. This client is using which of the following?
 
  A) Neologisms
  B) Clangs
  C) Word themes
  D) Broadcasting


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memslove

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Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: C
Feedback:
In some cases, a client presents several thoughts that do not make sense in conjunction with one another. This is often seen in clients with acute exacerbations of schizophrenia and is described as loose association.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A
Feedback:
Clients with thought disorders may rhyme (clang associations) or use made-up words (neologisms).


burton19126

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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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