The assessment of a client recently diagnosed with schizophrenia confirms good cognitive function and reveals affect that is animated.The client is open about describing the voices and the content of their comments,but demonstrates a disorganized thought process.These findings suggest that

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Positive symptoms of schizophrenia include the psychotic dimension and distortions of thought and perception,as well as the disorganization dimension.Auditory hallucinations are commonly experienced as voices.Negative symptoms are considered to be restricted affect,or asociality.The patient in this scenario does not appear to be at high risk for suicidal behaviors.The findings suggested do not indicate that the patient has ineffective drug therapy.

The Assessment of a Client Recently Diagnosed with Schizophrenia Confirms