A newly diagnosed client with schizophrenia is started on a neuroleptic medication. Based on caring theory, what nursing intervention would be MOST likely to increase compliance with the medication regimen?
a. Discuss measures to prevent dry mouth and constipation.
b. Give the client the results of laboratory tests.
c. Describe the extrapyramidal side effects.
d. Discuss the client's feelings about taking the medication.
D
Based on caring theory the intervention that would help the client increase compliance with the medication is to discuss the client's feelings about taking the medication. Allowing the client to discuss his feelings would indicate that the nurse is interested in the client and is actively listening to the client's concerns. The nurse is acknowledging the client's feelings and integrating them into a framework of understanding.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
The defense mechanisms that can only be used in healthy ways are
A. suppression and humor. B. altruism and sublimation. C. idealization and splitting. D. reaction formation and denial.