What indicates good insight into their condition?

• A. The patient should express a reasonable plan to deal with their condition.
• B. The patient denies symptoms.
• C. The patient has memory issues.
• D. The patient consents to all treatments without question.

Answer: (A)

Insight into a condition means recognizing that you have an illness, understanding how it affects daily life, and acknowledging the need for treatment. Expressing a reasonable plan to deal with the condition shows you’ve thought through your symptoms, how to manage them, and which steps to take, which reflects true understanding and readiness to engage with care.

Denying symptoms suggests a lack of awareness rather than good insight. Memory issues can affect awareness but don’t by themselves prove insight. Consenting to all treatments without question may indicate trust, but true insight involves informed consideration and the ability to weigh options, not just agreement without reflection.