You Are Interviewing a 20-Year-Old Patient with a New-Onset Psychotic

question 20

Multiple Choice

You are interviewing a 20-year-old patient with a new-onset psychotic disorder. The patient is apathetic and has disturbed thoughts and language patterns. The nurse recognizes this behavior pattern as consistent with a diagnosis of

• A)depression.
• B)autistic disorder.
• C)mania.
• D)schizophrenia.
• E)anxiety disorder.

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Definitions:

Four Levels of Approach

Refers to a structured framework used to tackle problems or projects by addressing them at different layers or stages for thorough analysis and solution development.

Autocratic Leader

A leader who makes decisions unilaterally without consulting their team members, typically leading with a high degree of control.

Growth of People

The development or improvement of individuals in various aspects such as skills, knowledge, personal attributes, and overall capability, often a goal in educational and professional contexts.

Golem Effect

A psychological phenomenon where lower expectations placed upon individuals either by themselves or others lead to poorer performance.