A Homeless Individual Diagnosed with Serious Mental Illness, Anosognosia, and a History

question 17

Multiple Choice

A homeless individual diagnosed with serious mental illness, anosognosia, and a history of persistent treatment nonadherence is persuaded to come to the day program at a community mental health centre. Which intervention should be the team's initial focus?

• A) Teach appropriate health maintenance and prevention practices.
• B) Educate the patient about the importance of treatment adherence.
• C) Help the patient obtain employment in a local sheltered workshop.
• D) Interact regularly and supportively without trying to change the patient.

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Definitions:

Visual Action Track

Also known as the dorsal stream, it is a pathway in the brain that is involved in the processing of movement and spatial location.

Dual Processing

The theory that the brain operates using two separate systems for processing information: one that is intuitive and automatic, and another that is deliberative and analytical.

Mental Activity

The operation of the mind in processing thoughts, remembering information, and solving problems.

Synchronized Activity

The coordination of events to operate a system in unison or the simultaneous occurrence of activities or processes.