Correct Answers
What are the characteristics of each phase of schizophrenia? Drag and drop to match
the phase to the characteristics. Correct Answer premorbid phase
prodromal phase
active psychotic phase
residual phase
When talking with clients who have hallucinations, what is the appropriate action by the
nurse? Correct Answer Validate the experience that the client is having and present
reality.
Which behaviors associated with schizophrenia are classified as positive and negative?
Select 'Positive Behavior' or 'Negative Behavior' for each behavior listed. Correct
Answer Positive Behavior:
delusions
hallucinations
excessive/disorganized thinking
hyperactivity
repetitive movements
Negative Behavior:
lack of emotional expression
decreased motivation
neglect activities of daily living
decreased verbal communication
diminished ability for abstract thinking
A high school student is brought to the mental healthcare provider's office for
evaluation. The client's guardian states that the client has "been withdrawn, does not
talk to friends anymore, has a bad relationship with the friends that are left, and wants to
be left alone all the time." Which phase of schizophrenia would be most appropriate for
this client? Correct Answer premorbid phase
Fill in blank Correct Answer tactile
hallucination
delusion
persecution
Which of the following symptoms of schizophrenia are considered positive and
negative? Correct Answer Positive symptom:
stands awkwardly, holding hands over genitals despite being fully clothed
makes crude jokes about flatulence