The spouse of a patient diagnosed with schizophrenia says, "I don't understand how events from childhood have anything to do with this disabling illness." Which response by the nurse will best help the spouse understand the cause of this disorder?

A) "Psychological stress is the basis of most mental disorders."
B) "This illness results from developmental factors rather than stress."
C) "Research shows that this condition more likely has a biological basis."
D) "It must be frustrating for you that your spouse is sick so much of the time."

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Cassie Figueroa · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : C, Explanation :  Many of the most prevalent and disabling mental disorders have strong biological influences. Genetics are only one part of biological factors. Empathy does not address increasing the spouse's level of knowledge about the cause of the disorder. The other distracters are not established facts.

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