A Patient Diagnosed with SMI Was Living Successfully in a Group

question 21

Multiple Choice

A patient diagnosed with SMI was living successfully in a group home but wanted an apartment. The prospective landlord said, "People like you have trouble getting along and paying their rent." The patient and nurse meet for a problem-solving session. Which options should the nurse endorse? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Coach the patient in ways to control symptoms effectively.
• B) Seek out landlords less affected by the stigma associated with mental illness.
• C) Threaten the landlord with legal action because of the discriminatory actions.
• D) Encourage the patient to remain in the group home until the illness is less obvious.
• E) Suggest that the patient list a false current address in the rental application.
• F) Have the case manager meet with the landlord to provide education about mental illness.

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