A Patient with Schizophrenia Had an Exacerbation Related to Medication

question 17

Multiple Choice

A patient with schizophrenia had an exacerbation related to medication noncompliance.During 4 days of hospitalization,medication was resumed.The patient's thought processes are now more organized,and discharge is planned.The patient's family is upset and tells the nurse,"It's too soon for discharge.We will just go through all this again." The nurse should:

• A) call the psychiatrist to explain the discharge rationale.
• B) explain that health insurance will not pay for a longer stay.
• C) call security to handle the disturbance,and escort the family off the unit.
• D) explain that the patient will continue to improve if medication is taken regularly.

Comprehend the nursing actions required for specific medication administrations.

Understand the physiological considerations in medication administration across different age groups.

Recognize adverse and therapeutic effects of medications and appropriate nursing responses.

Acknowledge the importance of patient education regarding medication use.

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