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A Patient Diagnosed with Schizophrenia Expresses Fear of Being Pursued

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A patient diagnosed with schizophrenia expresses fear of being pursued by hostile forces.The patient carries a tablet and writes notes in a code.The patient says, "I'm the only one who understands this code." What is the priority nursing diagnosis?


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