Asked by Erika Halcomb on Oct 01, 2024

The treatment team discusses the plan of care for a patient diagnosed with schizophrenia and daily cannabis abuse who is having increased hallucinations and delusions. To plan effective treatment, the team should

A) provide long-term care for the patient in a residential facility.
B) withdraw the patient from cannabis, then treat the schizophrenia.
C) consider each diagnosis primary and provide simultaneous treatment.
D) first treat the schizophrenia, then establish goals for substance abuse treatment.

Simultaneous Treatment

The process of providing multiple therapies or interventions at the same time to address different aspects of a condition.

Schizophrenia

A profound psychological condition marked by altered thoughts, feelings, perceptions, speech, self-awareness, and actions.

Cannabis Abuse

Misuse of cannabis leading to clinically significant impairment or distress.

  • Approach dual-diagnosis (e.g., schizophrenia with substance abuse) with integrated treatment planning.