Schizophrenia Spectrum & other psychotic disorders

Question 1

An episode (ex, the prodromal, active, and residual phase) of schizophrenia lasts for at least 6 months.
True OR False.

Answer 1

True.

Question 2

Which of the following is a characteristic symptom of schizophrenia?

• Grossly disorganized or abnormal behavior
• Self-mutilation
• Labile mood
• Persistent anxiety regarding day to day stressors

Answer 2

Grossly disorganized or abnormal behavior.

Question 3

Which of the following the best example of a bizarre delusion?

• Believing that a machine in Washington DC is extracting thoughts directly from your mind
• Believing you are being followed and spied on

Answer 3

Believing that a machine in Washington DC is extracting thoughts directly from your mind

Question 4

Negative symptoms of schizophrenia include all of the following EXCEPT:

• Paranoid delusions
• Diminished emotional response
• Lack of interest in social activity
• Decreased ability to experience pleasure

Answer 4

Paranoid delusions

Question 5

Loose associations, tangential responses, and linguistic incoherence are examples of which symptom of schizophrenia.

• Disorganized thinking
• Hallucinations
• Delusions

Answer 5

Disorganized thinking

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT part of the diagnostic criteria for schizoaffective d/o?

• Must have a history of bipolar I or II prior to the onset of schizophrenia symptoms
• Concurrently meeting criteria for an episode of schizophrenia and a mood episode

Answer 6

Must have a history of bipolar I or II prior to the onset of schizophrenia symptoms

Question 7

You are currently working with a client who has been experiencing auditory hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized thinking. The entire episode has persisted for 3 months. If symptoms persist and the episode lasts for 7 months in total, which statement is TRUE?

• Ct currently meets criteria for Schizophreniform d/o. If the episode extends beyond 6 months, drop Schizophreniform and change dx to Schizophrenia.
• Ct currently meets criteria for Schizophreniform d/o. If the episode extends beyond 6 months, diagnose both Schizophreniform and Schizophrenia.

Answer 7

Ct currently meets criteria for Schizophreniform d/o. If the episode extends beyond 6 months, drop Schizophreniform and change dx to Schizophrenia.

Question 8

Which of the following statements is most accurate regarding delusional disorder?

• A person with delusional d/o may experience distress from delusions, but the disorder is not significantly impairing to a person
• Delusional d/o is just as distressing and impairing as Schizophrenia

Answer 8

A person with delusional d/o may experience distress from delusions, but the disorder is not significantly impairing to a person