In planning aftercare for a client with schizophrenia and whose insurance benefits have been ex-hausted,
the nurse who is concerned about overcoming negative symptoms will make provisions for the client to have stimulation, structure, socialization, and support. Which option would best incor-porate these factors?
1. Day hospitalization
2. Attending a psychosocial club
3. Living with his elderly mother
4. Spending free time in the mall
ANS: 2
A psychosocial club is organized to provide the 4 S's and is not costly to clients. 1. Day hospital-ization would not be possible because of the lack of insurance benefits. 3. This solution might fall short of stimulation and support. 4. Spending time in the mall lacks structure, socialization, and support.
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