Which intervention will increase the patient's likelihood of taking psychotropic medications for the treatment of schizophrenia?
1. Encourage the patient to use measures to manage side effects.
2. Encourage the patient to take all medications at the same time.
3. Give family members information about the patient's medication.
4. Give the patient a pamphlet explaining the positive effects of psychotropic medication.
Answer: 1
Explanation: Encouraging the patient to use measures to manage side effects increases the potential for the patient to cope with side effects, which may help the patient adhere to the treatment plan. The nurse should help the patient develop a schedule for taking medications that will provide the most therapeutic response. Not all medication should be taken at the same time. The nurse should provide instruction and information about the patient's medication to a family member or caretaker; however, validation of the patient's understanding is needed to facilitate adherence. Providing the patient with a pamphlet does not ensure the patient understands the information provided. Validation of understanding is needed to facilitate adherence.
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