A Patient Diagnosed with Schizophrenia Has Been Stable for 2

question 10

Multiple Choice

A patient diagnosed with schizophrenia has been stable for 2 months. Today the patient's spouse calls the nurse to report the patient has not taken prescribed medication and is having disorganized thinking. The patient forgot to refill the prescription. The nurse arranges a refill. Select the best outcome to add to the plan of care.

• A) The patient's spouse will mark dates for prescription refills on the family calendar.
• B) The nurse will obtain prescription refills every 90 days and deliver to the patient.
• C) The patient will call the nurse weekly to discuss medication-related issues.
• D) The patient will report to the clinic for medication follow-up every week.

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