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sheilaspns · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

The nurse is developing a plan for psychoeducational sessions for several adults diagnosed with schizophrenia. Which goal is best for this group? Members will:

a. gain insight into unconscious factors that contribute to their illness.
b. explore situations that trigger hostility and anger.
c. learn to manage delusional thinking.
d. demonstrate improved social skills.

Question 2

A client says, Facebook has a new tracking capacity. If I use the Internet, Homeland Security will detain me as a terrorist. Select the nurse's best initial action.

a. Tell the client, Facebook is a safe website. You don't need to worry about Homeland Security.
b. Tell the client, You are in a safe place where you will be helped.
c. Administer a prn dose of an antipsychotic medication.
d. Tell the client, You don't need to worry about that.

kaillie · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Improved social skills help patients maintain relationships with others. These relationships are important to management of the disorder. Most patients with schizophrenia think concretely, so insight development is unlikely. Not all patients with schizophrenia experience delusions.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
The patient is experiencing paranoia and delusional thinking, which leads to fear. Explaining that the patient is in a safe place will help relieve the fear. It is not therapeutic to disagree or give advice. Medication will not relieve the immediate concern.