A most useful strategy for helping a patient with schizophrenia prevent a potential relapse is to:
a. have the patient attend group therapy.
b. educate the patient on the need to take prescribed medication daily.
c. teach the patient and family about behaviors that indicate impending relapse.
d. schedule appointments for blood tests to determine serum medication levels.
C
When the patient or family members are aware of the symptoms of an impending relapse, they can use symptom management strategies to prevent the relapse. While medication is a critical part of this condition's management, relapse can occur even when the client is medication-compliant.
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