A patient with schizophrenia has been stable in the community. Today, the spouse reports the patient is delusional and explosive. The patient says, "I'm willing to take my medicine, but I forgot to get my prescription refilled."
Which outcome should the nurse add to the plan of care?
a. Nurse will obtain prescription refills every 90 days and deliver them to the patient.
b. Patient's spouse will mark dates for prescription refills on the family calendar.
c. Patient will report to the hospital for medication follow-up every week.
d. Patient will call the nurse weekly to discuss medication-related issues.
ANS: B
The nurse should use the patient's support system to meet patient needs whenever possible. Delivery of medication by the nurse should be unnecessary for the nurse to do if the patient or a significant other can be responsible. The patient may not need more intensive follow-up as long as he or she continues to take the medications as prescribed. No patient issues except failure to obtain medication refills were identified.
You might also like to view...
Directions: Calculate the number of grams of NaCl and /or dextrose in the following solutions
500 mL 1/2 NS sodium chloride (NaCl): _____
A client diagnosed with heart failure has been admitted to the ICU prior to invasive treatment. What treatment could be considered curative for this client?
A) Cardiomyoplasty B) External pacemaker placement C) Surgical ventricular restoration D) Ventricular assist device
Which condition is caused by straining during bowel movements, heavy lifting, and prolonged sitting and standing?
A. tumors B. hemorrhoids C. diverticulosis D. irritable bowel syndrome
When assessing a client, which of the following would the nurse identify as an early indicator of malnutrition?
A) Protein stores are lower B) Fat is used for missing nutrients C) Calcium levels drop D) Hemoglobin levels decrease