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elizabeth18

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on: Jul 19, 2018
A nurse is preparing to interview a client who has a delusional disorder. Which of the following would the nurse expect?
 
  A) Cognitive impairment
  B) Normal behavior
  C) Labile affect
  D) Evidence of motor symptoms

Question 2

A nurse is caring for a client who was diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder. Based on an understanding of this disorder, the nurse develops a plan of care to address which issue as the top priority?
 
  A) Suicide
  B) Aggression
  C) Substance abuse
  D) Eating disorder


katkat_flores

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

Ans: B
Behavior is remarkably normal except when the client focuses on the delusion. At that time, thinking, attitudes, and mood may change abruptly. Personality does not usually change, but the client is gradually and progressively involved with the delusional concern. Cognition is not impaired, and motor symptoms are not evident.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A
One of the characteristics that distinguish schizoaffective disorder from schizophrenia is that clients with schizoaffective disorder are extremely susceptible to suicide. Schizoaffective disorder may be associated with substance abuse, but this would not be the priority. Aggression and eating disorder are not commonly associated with schizoaffective disorder.


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