A Client Diagnosed with Schizophrenia Refuses to Take Medication,citing the Right

question 4

Multiple Choice

A client diagnosed with schizophrenia refuses to take medication,citing the right of autonomy.Under which circumstance would a nurse have the right to medicate the client against the client's wishes?

• A) When the client makes inappropriate sexual innuendos to a staff member
• B) When the client constantly demands inappropriate attention from the nurse
• C) When the client physically attacks another client after being confronted in group therapy
• D) When the client refuses to bathe or perform hygienic activities

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Definitions:

Without Consent

Any action taken or procedure performed on an individual without their agreement or the legal authority to do so.

Less Restrictive Settings

An environment that offers the minimal level of restriction necessary on the personal freedom of individuals, often in the context of psychiatric or elder care, to safely meet their needs.

State Institutions

Government-run facilities or organizations that provide various services or interventions, including mental health care, corrections, or education.

Mental Illness

A broad category of conditions that affect a person's mood, thinking, and behavior, often leading to distress or impairment in daily functioning.