A Patient with Schizophrenia Has Been Taking an Oral FGA

question 6

Multiple Choice

A patient with schizophrenia has been taking an oral FGA for 1 week. The patient has been taking the drug daily in two divided doses. The individual complains of daytime drowsiness. The patient's family reports a decrease in the person's hostility and anxiety but states that the patient remains antisocial with disordered thinking. What will the nurse tell the patient and the family?

• A) An increased dose of the drug may be needed.
• B) Intramuscular dosing may be needed.
• C) Some symptoms take months to improve.
• D) The entire dose may be taken at bedtime.