A client diagnosed with PTSD is receiving paliperidone (Invega). Which symptoms should a nurse identify that would warrant the need for this medication?
1. Flat affect and anhedonia
2. Persistent anorexia and 10 lb weight loss in 3 weeks
3. Flashbacks of killing the enemy
4. Distant and guarded in relationships
3
Rationale: The nurse should identify that a client who has flashbacks of killing the enemy may need paliperidone. Paliperidone is an antipsychotic medication that will address the symptoms of psychosis.
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