Asked by Keely Buchanan on Aug 01, 2024
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The relapse of a patient diagnosed with schizophrenia is related to medication nonadherence. The patient is hospitalized for 5 days, medication is restarted, and the patient's thoughts are now more organized. The patient's family members are upset and say, "It's too soon for discharge. Hospitalization is needed for at least a month." The nurse should:
A) call the psychiatrist to come explain the discharge rationale.
B) explain that health insurance will not pay for a longer stay for the patient.
C) call security to handle the disturbance and escort the family off the unit.
D) explain that the patient will continue to improve if medication is taken regularly.
Medication Nonadherence
When a patient does not follow their prescribed medication regimen, potentially leading to worsening health outcomes.
Schizophrenia
A chronic and severe mental disorder that affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves, resulting in some combination of delusions, hallucinations, and disordered thinking.
Health Insurance
A type of insurance coverage that pays for an individual's or group's medical and surgical expenses.
- Communicate effectively with patients and their families regarding treatment plans and expectations.
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Learning Objectives
- Communicate effectively with patients and their families regarding treatment plans and expectations.
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