The Patient Is Receiving Clozapine (Clozaril) for the Treatment of Schizophrenia

question 28

Multiple Choice

The patient is receiving clozapine (Clozaril) for the treatment of schizophrenia. The nurse evaluates that this medication has been effective when the patient makes which statement?

• A) "I will start going to group therapy."
• B) "I think I am ready for discharge, as I feel better."
• C) "I am not hearing the voices anymore."
• D) "I promise not to skip breakfast anymore."

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Definitions:

Stoics

Adherents of Stoicism, an ancient Greek philosophy that teaches the development of self-control and fortitude as a means of overcoming destructive emotions.

Preconceived

Ideas, opinions, or judgments formed in advance without adequate evidence or experience.

Psychological Hedonist

Someone who believes that the pursuit of pleasure is the most important motivation for human actions.

Only Pleasure

The concept that the pursuit of pleasure is the most important goal or the only source of moral value.