Question

which symptom of schizophrenia would the nurse document as a negative symptom?

insomnia
hostility
illusions
antisocial behavior

Explanation:

Define negative symptoms of schizophrenia

Negative symptoms represent a loss or decrease in normal functioning, such as avolition, alogia, affective flattening, anhedonia, and asociality (antisocial behavior or social withdrawal).

Evaluate the given options

• Insomnia: A sleep disturbance, not classified as a core negative symptom.
• Hostility: An active, positive symptom or behavioral manifestation associated with agitation.
• Illusions: Sensory misperceptions, which are positive symptoms (similar to hallucinations).
• Antisocial behavior: Reflects social withdrawal and decreased social interaction (asociality), which is a classic negative symptom.

Answer:

• Insomnia
• Hostility
• Illusions
• Antisocial behavior (Correct answer)