Mental health and dementiaQuestion 703 of 1700
A resident firmly believes that people are poisoning his food, even though there is proof it is not true. What is this called?
- A delusion
- A hallucination
- A panic attack
- A phobia
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Correct answer: A delusion
A delusion is a fixed false belief held despite proof.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 10.4: Caring for Clients With Mental Health or Substance Use Disorders
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026