There Are Profound and Consistent Impairments in Cognitive Functioning Found

question 2

Multiple Choice

There are profound and consistent impairments in cognitive functioning found in schizophrenia,but…

• A) the DSM-5 does not consider this a symptom of schizophrenia.
• B) this has no impact on functional outcomes.
• C) this has no impact on a patient's quality of life.
• D) medications are seldom used to address these impairments.

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Definitions:

Health Equity

The principle underlying a commitment to reduce and ultimately eliminate disparities in health and its determinants, including social and environmental factors.

Inequality

The state of being unequal, especially in status, rights, and opportunities.

Inequity

The lack of fairness or justice in situations, distributions, or treatments.

Disparity

A great difference or inequality between two or more elements.