The client with chronic schizophrenia asks if the client's spouse could be included in the medication teaching. Which of the following nursing responses is therapeutic for the client?
A) "You are the client; it would be better for you to learn about your medications by yourself.".
B) "I'm wondering why you think that you cannot handle this medication by yourself.".
C) "Perhaps if you were not so dependent on your spouse, you would not have had this relapse.".
D) "Yes, it is often helpful for family members to be knowledgeable about medications.".
D
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