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A nurse is reviewing the DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for schizophrenia. Which of the following symptoms must be present for a client to be diagnosed with schizophrenia? (Select all that apply.)

Correct Answer: C,E,F

Rationale: The correct answer includes symptoms that are essential for a diagnosis of schizophrenia.
- Disorganized behavior (
C): It is a core symptom of schizophrenia, reflecting thought disturbances.
- Hallucinations (E): Also a hallmark symptom, involving sensory experiences without external stimuli.
- Lack of emotional expression (F): Known as flat affect, it is a common feature of schizophrenia, indicating emotional blunting.
Other choices are incorrect:
- Impaired interpersonal relationships (
A): While common in schizophrenia, it is not a diagnostic criterion.
- Inability to initiate activities (
B): Although seen in negative symptoms of schizophrenia, it is not exclusive to the disorder.
- Antisocial personality (
D): This is a separate personality disorder and not a diagnostic criteria for schizophrenia.

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