Psychotic Disorders no. 4008
Psychotic Disorders no. 4008
QUESTION: A schizophrenic client with delusions tells the nurse, "There is a man wearing a red coat who's out to get me." The client exhibits increasing anxiety when focusing on the delusion. Which of the following would be the best response?
O a.) "This subject seems to be troubling you. Let's walk to the activity room."
O b.) "Describe the man who's out to get you. What does he look like?"
O c.) "There is no reason to be afraid of that man. This hospital is very secure."
O d.) "There is no need to be concerned with a man who isn't even real."
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