The Family of a Client Diagnosed with Schizophrenia Asks Why

question 38

Multiple Choice

The family of a client diagnosed with schizophrenia asks why medications are needed to help control the client's symptoms.Which responses by the nurse are appropriate in this situation?
Select all that apply.

• A)Medications for schizophrenia work on the basal ganglia of the brain."
• B)Most antipsychotic drugs block dopamine receptors to reduce the symptoms of the disorder."
• C)They help correct the genetic component of the disorder."
• D)They are really sedatives to stop the client from causing harm."
• E)They stimulate dopamine receptors to reduce the symptoms of the disorder."

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