Which assessments, if found in the patient with schizophrenia, indicate the patient is experiencing positive symptoms of the disorder? Select all that apply.
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The 25-year-old patient is brought by her mother to the emergency department due to being unable to move the eyes or look down other than bending over. Her medical history is notable for schizophrenia and non-compliance with medication. A week ago, she was hospitalized and decided to pursue injectable haloperidol as a treatment option with which she could be more compliant. This morning, she was upset to find she could not move her eyes. The nurse prepares which therapy?
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The patient requiring mechanical ventilation is dying of tuberculosis and is responsive only to tactile and painful stimulation. The family would like to give him holy water to drink in order to have peace in the afterlife. Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?
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