Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Canada Examination (RPNCE) Practice test

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How should the RPN classify Ms. O'Connor's belief that Justin Beiber's songs contain a hidden message just for her?

Grandiose
Somatic
Nihilistic
Referential

The correct answer is: Referential

The classification of Ms. O'Connor's belief that Justin Bieber's songs contain a hidden message specifically for her falls under the category of referential delusions. This type of belief involves the individual perceiving that commonplace events, objects, or other people's actions have personal significance or direct reference to them. In this case, Ms. O'Connor interprets the songs as being intentionally directed at her, which illustrates a referential aspect. Other classifications, such as grandiose, involve an inflated sense of self-importance or belief in exceptional abilities. Somatic delusions pertain to false beliefs about bodily functions or sensations. Nihilistic delusions involve a belief that oneself, others, or the world is non-existent or coming to an end. These other classifications do not align with Ms. O'Connor's specific belief regarding the hidden messages in the music.