Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 86%
Simulated
A nurse is assisting in a group therapy meeting and is sharing a humorous story unrelated to anyone in the group. When the group laughs at the story, a client who has schizophrenia jumps up and runs out while yelling, 'You are all making fun of me!' Which of the following behaviors is this client displaying?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Ideas of reference involve believing common elements relate to oneself, fitting the clientÔÇÖs belief the laughter was about them. Somatic delusion involves false beliefs about the body, not applicable. Erotomania involves believing someone loves them, not relevant. Grandeur involves exceptional abilities, not fitting here.