Psychotic Disorders no. 4037

Psychotic Disorders no. 4037

QUESTION: A client with schizophrenia tells the nurse, "My intestines are rotted from the worms chewing on them." This statement indicates a:

✘O a.) delusion of persecution.
✘O b.) delusion of grandeur.
✓O c.) somatic delusion.
✘O d.) jealous delusion.

RATIONALE

RATIONALE: Somatic delusions focus on bodily functions or systems and commonly include delusions about foul odor emissions, insect infestations, internal parasites, and misshapen parts. Delusions of persecution are morbid beliefs that one is being mistreated and harassed by unidentified enemies. Delusions of grandeur are gross exaggerations of one's importance, wealth, power, or talents. Jealous delusions are delusions that one's spouse or lover is unfaithful.
NURSING PROCESS STEP: Assessment
CLIENT NEEDS CATEGORY: Psychosocial integrity
CLIENT NEEDS SUBCATEGORY: None
COGNITIVE LEVEL: Application