An adolescent with schizophrenia has been refusing to take his medications on a daily schedule. The visiting nurse knows that it is important for medications to be taken to maintain a normal, balanced life
The visiting nurse discusses treatment options with the doctor. The best solution for this patient would be: 1. Inpatient therapy.
2. Daily in-home visits.
3. Risperdal Consta.
4. Seroquel.
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1. The refusal of medication is not a reason for inpatient therapy and may cause more resentment for treatment.
2. Daily home visits may not be well received by the adolescent, causing further refusal for the daily medication.
3. Risperdal Consta only needs to be taken every two weeks and may help the adolescent exhibit more compliance than with the daily medication.
4. Seroquel is a daily mediation and could increase resistance to taking medications.
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