Which data gathered from the assessment of a family with a member diagnosed with schizophrenia would be of greatest importance in discharge planning for the patient?
a. The patient is the middle sibling.
b. The patient's mother is a talented artist.
c. The patient's paternal grandfather was eccentric.
d. The patient becomes anxious when family members are critical of one another.
D
The patient and family should be made aware of symptom triggers to which the patient is particularly reactive. Triggers may precipitate relapse. Teaching the family to modify this behavior is ideal, but if it is impossible, the patient can be taught to contact a mental health provider.
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