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    Rn Hesi Mental Health Proctored Exam 1

    A client with a history of schizophrenia is admitted to the psychiatric care unit for aggressive behavior, auditory hallucinations, and potential for self harm. The client has not been taking medications as prescribed and insists that the food has been poisoned and refuses to eat. Which intervention should the nurse implement?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A) While educating the client about symptoms of schizophrenia may be important, it may not directly address the client's refusal to eat due to the belief that the food is poisoned. B) While this statement may be true, it may not alleviate the client's concerns or convince them to eat. C) This intervention addresses the client's concerns about the safety of the food by offering them food in unopened containers, which can help increase their trust and willingness to eat. D) Tube feeding should be considered if the client continues to refuse food and is at risk of malnutrition or dehydration, but it may not be the first intervention to implement.

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