Angela Has Been Diagnosed with Schizophrenia

Angela has been diagnosed with schizophrenia.She is in her late teens,is experiencing her first psychotic episode,and has been hospitalized.Her parents have given consent for treatment with medications,and intend to follow up with carefully trained physicians and therapists to get psychotherapy,education,and medication.If they are very conscientious about her care,and if Angela is an active and willing participant in her own treatment,she should be able to manage her illness and lead a productive and happy life.This anticipated outcome of an illness is called a(n) __________.

A) prediction
B) prognosis
C) concordance plan
D) treatment plan