Strategies for Managing Agitated Clients in a Clinical Setting
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What is the origin of the term 'schizophrenia'?

  • Greek word meaning 'split personality' (correct)
  • French word meaning 'disconnected reality'
  • Latin word meaning 'confused thoughts'
  • German word meaning 'split mind'

Which of the following best characterizes the affect in individuals with schizophrenia?

  • Elevated and exaggerated emotions
  • Shifted and erratic emotions
  • Appropriate and well-aligned emotions
  • Blunted, inappropriate, or flat emotions (correct)

In schizophrenia, what does 'autism' refer to?

  • A thought process where the person retreats from reality (correct)
  • Experiencing hallucinations related to the self
  • Being fixated on a single idea
  • Inability to socialize with others

Which of the following is a common characteristic of individuals with schizophrenia?

<p>Delusions and hallucinations (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

At what approximate age range does schizophrenia typically begin for men according to the text?

<p>18-25 years (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which component is not part of the '5 A's' that characterize schizophrenia?

<p>Autonomy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should a nurse do if a client becomes agitated?

<p>Encourage the client to talk about their feelings (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should a nurse do if a client exhibits acting out behavior?

<p>Follow institutional protocol for interventions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should a nurse respond to a violent client?

<p>Ensure an adequate number of experienced staff members are available (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should family members of clients with schizophrenia be encouraged to do?

<p>Discuss their feelings and needs openly (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for family members to define basic rules about privacy and living together?

<p>To establish a supportive and respectful environment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one key aspect of assisting family members in managing anxiety-producing situations?

<p>Helping them identify such situations and plan coping strategies (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes schizophreniform disorder from schizophrenia?

<p>Duration of symptoms less than 6 months (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which disorder involves sharing a delusion by two people?

<p>Shared psychotic disorder (folie a deux) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of management for schizophrenia?

<p>Supportive therapy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of a psychiatric unit in managing acute schizophrenia symptoms?

<p>Creating a structured environment for safety (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which neurotransmitter do typical antipsychotic agents primarily target?

<p>Dopamine (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes Delusional Disorder among the mentioned disorders?

<p>Believable non-bizarre delusions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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