A client who was started on antipsychotic medication 2 weeks ago is preparing for discharge from the hospital. Compliance with the medication regimen is important despite the mild side effects…

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• ADiscuss the disease process and the importance of the medication in prevention of symptoms.
• BInform the client that additional side effects are to be expected and need not be reported.
• CDiscuss the importance of getting blood drawn weekly to determine medication therapeutics.
• DInform the client to cease taking the medication when all psychotic symptoms have cleared.

• A
  82% (37)
• B
  2% (1)
• C
  7% (3)
• D
  9% (4)

Explanation

(A) This answer is correct. If the client is well informed about what reactions to expect from her medication, she is more likely to follow the treatment regimen. (B) This answer is incorrect. There are many side effects that are reversible by medication, and these must be reported to the nurse or physician. There are also more severe side effects, such as neuroleptic malignant syndrome, characterized by fever, tachycardia, and diaphoresis, which can be life threatening. (C) This answer is incorrect. There is no need for weekly blood tests if the drug regimen has been followed properly. (D) This answer is incorrect. The client should continue the medicationuntil the physician recommends any change in the drug regimen. Symptoms will usually reappear if medication is

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