The healthcare provider has prescribed quetiapine (Seroquel) for the client with chronic auditory hallucinations. The client has stopped taking the medication. The nurse incorrectly uses the diagnosis of "noncompliance." In which situation would this diagnosis be appropriate?
A. The client reported a physical change as the reason for stopping the medication.
B. The client made an informed decision not to take the medication.
C. The client was unsure about how to order a refill for the prescription.
D. The client did not understand why the medication was prescribed.
Answer: B
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