Question

A male client in a mental health facility turns his head to the side during a unit meeting as if he hears something. When the nurse comments about it, the client replies, "You know, it's that microcomputer those foreign agents implanted in my ear." In light of this statement, what does the nurse determine that the client is experiencing?

Answer 1

In light of the given statement, the nurse determines that the client is experiencing delusional thoughts.

Explanation:

• Delusional thoughts are often caused by rigid misconceptions that are formed in the mind due to some incidents or events that have left a great negative impact on the brain.
• In the given case, the client seems to have formed a perception that is utterly untrue but cannot be corrected by counseling or similar methods of treatment because the perception is rigid.