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    Ati rn 400 mental health final proctored exam

    A nurse is caring for a client who has schizophrenia. The client states, "The government is forcing thoughts into my brain through satellites." The nurse should document that the client is experiencing which of the following types of delusions?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Somatic delusions involve beliefs about one's body, such as believing that one’s organs are diseased or that one has an abnormal body condition. The client's statement does not reflect concerns about bodily functions or sensations. B. Control delusions occur when a person believes that their thoughts or actions are being controlled by an external force. The client’s belief that the government is forcing thoughts into their brain through satellites is a clear example of a control delusion. C. Persecution delusions involve beliefs that one is being targeted, harmed, or plotted against by others. While the client feels that something is being done to them, the focus of their delusion is more about the control of their thoughts rather than an intentional harm or threat, so this Answer is less fitting. D. Erotomanic delusions involve a belief that someone, often a famous person, is in love with the individual. The client’s statement does not reflect any romantic or relational belief, making this

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