What is the long-term goal for Sam’s delusional thoughts?

What is the long-term goal for Sam’s delusional thoughts?

• A. Not experience delusional thoughts by discharge
• B. Improve mood
• C. Increase aggression control
• D. Improve memory

Answer: (A)

The long-term aim here is to reduce or eliminate the delusional thoughts as the patient moves toward discharge. Delusions are a positive symptom of schizophrenia, and the treatment goal is symptom remission so the person can function more normally and be safe after leaving care. Achieving no delusional thoughts by discharge provides a concrete, measurable endpoint that guides ongoing therapy, medication management, and support needs.

While improving mood, increasing aggression control, or enhancing memory are important aspects of overall schizophrenia care, they do not specifically address the persistence of delusional beliefs. Mood improvement targets affect affective symptoms, aggression control focuses on safety and behavior, and memory enhancement deals with cognitive deficits; none precisely captures the goal of resolving delusional thinking for discharge readiness.