NUR 144 SUPPORT - Week 3 Flashcards
The client has manifestations similar to schizophrenia, but the duration is 1-6 months, and the social/occupational dysfunction might not be apparent
Schizophreniform disorder
A lack of insight when someone is either unaware or cannot perceive accurately their own mental health
Anosognosia
Unusual and unpredictable behavior that prevents performance
Client watches a funny television show with others and does not laugh or smile when others do
Flat affect
First choice of treatment of schizophrenia, and why?
Atypical antipsychotics
D/t decreased likelihood for serious side effects
Time period after active phase of schizophrenia when some symptoms remain but are less intense and regular
The residual phase