The client is receiving risperidone (Risperdal) for the treatment of schizophrenia. Which client statement indicates the medication is effective?
A) "I promise not to skip breakfast anymore."
B) "I am not hearing the voices anymore."
C) "I will start going to group therapy."
D) "I feel better and I am ready to go home."
Answer: B
Among the therapeutic effects of risperidone (Risperdal) 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 to go home, stating he will go to group therapy, or stating he will not skip breakfast does not indicate the remission of any psychotic symptoms.
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