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A nurse is caring for a client who has schizophrenia.
Nurses' Notes.
Day 1 1030: Vital Signs.
A 35-year-old client who has schizophrenia is admitted.
Diagnosed 15 years ago.
Brought in by partner and states client has remained in room for the last several days and movements are delayed.
Select the "3" findings that should indicate to the nurse the client is experiencing negative symptoms related to their schizophrenia.

Blood pressure.

Lack of motivation.

Change in behavior.

Lack of energy.

Withdrawn.

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : B,D,E

Choice A rationale:

Blood pressure is a vital sign and does not indicate negative symptoms of schizophrenia.

Choice B rationale:

Lack of motivation is a negative symptom of schizophrenia, characterized by a decrease in the ability to initiate purposeful activities.

Choice C rationale:

Change in behavior can be seen in many conditions and is not specific to negative symptoms of schizophrenia.

Choice D rationale:

Lack of energy, or anhedonia, is a negative symptom of schizophrenia, reflecting the diminished ability to experience pleasure.

Choice E rationale:

Being withdrawn or isolative is a negative symptom of schizophrenia, indicating a lack of interest in social interactions.

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

Choice A rationale:

The Adaptive Phase is when the body first recognizes stress, but it has not yet started to respond.

Choice B rationale:

The Resistance Phase is when the body begins to respond to the stressor.

Choice C rationale:

The Exhaustion Phase is when the body has been responding to a stressor for an extended period and begins to lose the ability to combat the stressor, which could explain the recurring manifestations of influenza.

Choice D rationale:

The Alarm Phase is the initial phase of the GAS, but it does not explain the recurring manifestations of influenza.

A. Cancer B. Osteoarthritis. C. Alzheimer's disease. D. Diabetes mellitus.

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

Choice A rationale:

While anyone can get cancer, it’s not specifically linked to schizophrenia.

Choice B rationale:

Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease. It’s not a common comorbidity with schizophrenia.

Choice C rationale:

Alzheimer’s disease is a type of dementia. It’s not typically associated with schizophrenia.

Choice D rationale:

Diabetes mellitus is a common comorbidity with schizophrenia. Antipsychotic medications can increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

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