The client is receiving clozaril (Clozapine) for the treatment of schizophrenia. The nurse evaluates the effectiveness of this medication when the client makes which statement?
1. "I think I am ready for discharge, as I feel better.".
2. "I am not hearing the voices anymore.".
3. "I will start going to group therapy.".
4. "I promise not to skip breakfast anymore.".
2. "I am not hearing the voices anymore.".
Rationale:
Among the therapeutic effects of clozapine (Clozaril) is the remission of a range of psychotic symptoms that include delusions, paranoia, auditory hallucinations, and irrational behavior. A client stating he feels better and is ready for discharge does not indicate the remission of any psychotic symptoms. A client stating he will go to group therapy does not indicate the remission of any psychotic symptoms. A client stating he will not skip breakfast does not indicate the remission of any psychotic symptoms.
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