A client has been prescribed chlorpromazine (Thorazine). The client asks the nurse when the medication will become effective. Based on the knowledge of the medication, which response by the nurse is most appropriate?
1. In 7–8 weeks
2. Immediately
3. Within a few days
4. In 6 months
Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: It can take 7–8 weeks for most symptoms to diminish. Hallucinations and delusions can diminish within a few days.
Rationale 2: It can take 7–8 weeks for most symptoms to diminish. Hallucinations and delusions can diminish within a few days.
Rationale 3: It can take 7–8 weeks for most symptoms to diminish. Hallucinations and delusions can diminish within a few days.
Rationale 4: It can take 7–8 weeks for most symptoms to diminish. Hallucinations and delusions can diminish within a few days.
Global Rationale: It can take 7—8 weeks for most symptoms to diminish. Hallucinations and delusions can diminish within a few days.
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