The nurse is assisting with data collection on a patient newly diagnosed with schizophrenia. Which observations does the nurse consider as being positive symptoms of schizophrenia? (Select all that apply.)

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Positive symptoms of schizophrenia include those that add to normal behavior, such as delusions (C) and hallucinations (D). These symptoms represent an excess or distortion of normal functions. Alogia, apathy, and social isolation are considered negative symptoms, which reflect a diminution or loss of normal functions.

The Nurse Is Assisting with Data Collection on a Patient