Asked by Alexia Mandic on Oct 01, 2024
Which assessment finding would be likely for a patient experiencing a hallucination? The patient
A) looks at shadows on a wall and says, "I see scary faces."
B) states, "I feel bugs crawling on my legs and biting me."
C) reports telepathic messages from the television.
D) speaks in rhymes.
Hallucination
A perception of seeing, hearing, or feeling something that is not present or does not exist in the external environment.
Shadows
In a psychological context, this could refer to the unrecognized or hidden aspects of oneself.
- Apply suitable nursing measures for individuals undergoing hallucinations or faulty perceptions.
Learning Objectives
- Apply suitable nursing measures for individuals undergoing hallucinations or faulty perceptions.
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