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Which characteristic presents the greatest risk for injury to others by the patient diagnosed with schizophrenia?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D: Paranoia. Paranoia in schizophrenia poses the greatest risk for injury to others as it can lead to aggressive behaviors driven by fear and mistrust. Individuals experiencing paranoia may perceive others as threats and act out violently in self-defense. Pressured speech (choice
B) and negative symptoms (choice
C) are not typically associated with direct physical harm to others. Depersonalization (choice
A) refers to a sense of detachment from oneself and does not directly result in harm to others. In summary, paranoia is the most concerning characteristic in terms of potential harm to others in individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia.

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