Asked by Sydney Nguyen on May 20, 2024
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A patient diagnosed with schizophrenia exhibits little spontaneous movement and demonstrates waxy flexibility. Which patient needs are of priority importance?
A) Self-esteem
B) Psychosocial
C) Physiological
D) Self-actualization
Spontaneous Movement
Unplanned, involuntary, or natural movement occurring without conscious effort.
Physiological
Pertaining to the normal functioning and activities of living organisms and their parts, including all physical and chemical processes.
- Identify and categorize positive and negative symptoms of schizophrenia.
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Bryce MooreMay 23, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Physiological needs must be met to preserve life. A patient with waxy flexibility must be fed by hand or tube, toileted, given range-of-motion exercises, and so forth to preserve physiological integrity. Waxy flexibility may also precipitate a risk for falls; therefore, safety is a concern. Higher level needs are of lesser concern.
Learning Objectives
- Identify and categorize positive and negative symptoms of schizophrenia.
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