A nurse is caring for a patient who is to start antipsychotic drug therapy. In order to best promote adherence to the drug therapy, the nurse will begin by
A) developing a trusting relationship with the patient.
B) planning an easy-to-follow drug schedule.
C) always administering the medication and not allowing the patient or his family to administer the drug.
D) encouraging the patient and family to report adverse effects.
A
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