The nurse is reviewing a care plan for an assigned client diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia. Which of the following would be a priority diagnosis for this client?
A) Risk for self-directed violence
B) Altered nutrition, less than body requirements
C) Defensive coping
D) Altered family processes
Question 2
A client has been prescribed clozapine (Clozaril) for the treatment of schizophrenia. The nurse notes that this medication is associated with which of the following life-threatening side effects?
A) Neuroleptic malignant syndrome
B) Tardive dyskinesia
C) Agranulocytosis
D) Dystonia
The nurse assists the patient in reflecting on his feelings
The nurse needs to note the source of the patient health history
Patients of all socioeconomic backgrounds should be given equal care.
Heritability of Schizophrenia
Prevalence and Sex Distribution of Top 10 Autoimmune Diseases Diagnosed in the United States
Client files are kept in alphabetical order in locked file cabinets.