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    Ati mental health proctored exam psych manotas final

    The nurse on the mental health unit receives report about a client diagnosed with schizophrenia who has a delusion of reference. Which client statement supports this symptom?

    Explanation & Rationale

    Choice A reason: This describes tactile hallucinations, a false sensory experience, not a delusion of reference. Choice B reason: This reflects a persecutory delusion, where the client believes they are being harmed or targeted, not a delusion of reference. Choice C reason: This illustrates an auditory hallucination with command-type voices, not a delusion of reference. Choice D reason: Believing that unrelated environmental cues (like a song) carry special, hidden meaning specifically for the client is the hallmark of a delusion of reference.

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