Asked by Erika Pullaro on Jul 22, 2024
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A patient diagnosed with schizophrenia has been stable for a year; however, the family now reports the patient is tense, sleeps 3 to 4 hours per night, and has difficulty concentrating. The patient says, "My computer is sending out infected radiation beams." The nurse can correctly assess this information as an indication of
A) the need for psychoeducation.
B) medication nonadherence.
C) chronic deterioration.
D) relapse.
Medication Nonadherence
The behavior of not taking prescribed medications as directed, which can include skipping doses, not refilling prescriptions, or stopping medication without a doctor's consent.
Chronic Deterioration
A gradual decline in physical or mental health over an extended period.
Psychoeducation
An educational process that combines therapeutic interventions and teaching to improve understanding and management of psychological conditions.
- Formulate and execute suitable treatment strategies for individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia.
- Recognize the importance of medication adherence in patients with schizophrenia.
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Learning Objectives
- Formulate and execute suitable treatment strategies for individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia.
- Recognize the importance of medication adherence in patients with schizophrenia.
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