Psychotic Disorders no. 4065
QUESTION: A client is admitted with a diagnosis of schizotypal personality disorder. Which signs would this client exhibit during social situations?
✘O a.) Aggressive behavior
✓O b.) Paranoid thoughts
✘O c.) Emotional affect
✘O d.) Independence needs
RATIONALERATIONALE: Clients with schizotypal personality disorder experience excessive social anxiety that can lead to paranoid thoughts. Aggressive behavior is uncommon, although these clients may experience agitation with anxiety. Their behavior is emotionally cold with a flattened affect, regardless of the situation. These clients demonstrate a reduced capacity for close or dependent relationships.NURSING PROCESS STEP: AssessmentCLIENT NEEDS CATEGORY: Psychosocial integrityCLIENT NEEDS SUBCATEGORY: NoneCOGNITIVE LEVEL: Analysis
