A patient who has schizophrenia has a dull facial expression and speaks in a monotone voice,even though a visitor is making an effort to be jovial.What terminology should the nurse use to document this observation?

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Affect is the outward expression of mood-a patient who speaks in a monotone voice and has a dull expression has a flat affect.B.Depression is a medical diagnosis.A.D.Documenting boredom or ambivalent attitude is subjective and should be verified with additional assessment.

A Patient Who Has Schizophrenia Has a Dull Facial Expression