A Patient Diagnosed with Schizophrenia Expresses Fear of Being Pursued

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Multiple Choice

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." Select a realistic and desirable outcome for this patient. The patient will:

• A) express a willingness to be supervised by staff by day 2.
• B) report feeling safe from harm by others by day 3.
• C) allow the nurse to read coded writings by day 2.
• D) recognize the need for medication by day 1.

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