A client begins taking paroxetine (Paxil) for obsessive-compulsive disorder. Which client statement would indicate that the medication is effective?
a. "I have so much energy now, I don't need sleep."
b. "I stayed up all last night cleaning my house."
c. "I am learning to set priorities for what has to be done."
d. "I do not go out much because of the germs."
ANS: C
This option demonstrates that the client is less compulsive. The other options do not.
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