Transitions: Mental Health: Schizophrenia & Abuse

Which question is most effective when screening for intimate partner violence?

Pt has a delusion that aliens control everyone's thoughts, what is the most therapeutic nursing response?

T or F: Schizophrenia is diagnosed with a Head CT scan

A patient with Schizophrenia has significant social isolation. What type of symptom is this?

Which of the following is a common behavioral indicator of child sexual abuse?

The home health nurse is most suspicious of dependent adult abuse for a client who displays:

Which factor is often a significant barrier for victims of domestic violence to leave an abusive relationship?

Which is a common Extrapyramidal Symptom (EPS) associated with first-gen antipsychotic medications, such as haloperidol.

What is NOT a co-morbidity associated with Schizophrenia?

Which of the following is the primary goal of the nurse when suspecting any type of abuse?

T or F: Schizophrenia arises due to bad parenting, especially domineering mothers and passive fathers

The "Cycle of Violence" typically includes what 3 phases?

Which of the following patient populations are considered high risk for abuse?

T or F: Schizophrenia typically manifests in early childhood.

Which finding is most suspicious for abuse of a child?

T or F: Being a Mandatory Reporter means you must report EVERY abuse situation you encounter

T or F: Failing to provide basic care is considered Neglect

A patient with Schizophrenia refuses their oral meds, stating "I'm being poisoned!" What is the best nursing response?

Which of the following is considered a POSITIVE symptom of Schizophrenia?

The best nursing intervention to address negative symptoms, such as social isolation is: