Psychiatric Nursing: Contemporary Practice 6th Edition - Antisocial Personality and Disruptive, Impulse Control, and Conduct Disorders Related

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A client is brought into the emergency department because of complaints from the neighbors that the client was acting strangely. The nurse assesses the client and suspects schizotypal personality disorder based on assessment of which of the following? Select all that apply.

  • A. Magical beliefs
  • B. Hallucinations
  • C. Paranoia
  • D. Avoidance of eye contact
  • E. Meticulous dress
Correct Answer: A,C,D

Rationale: Schizotypal personality disorder involves magical beliefs (A), paranoia (C), and social awkwardness like avoiding eye contact (D). Hallucinations (B) are more typical of schizophrenia, and meticulous dress (E) is not characteristic.