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    Mental health proctored exam (viterbo university)
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    A patient with schizophrenia has been admitted to an inpatient facility. Since admission, the patient has been either refusing medication or cheeking their medications. What interventions should the nurse implement? Select all that apply.

    Explanation & Rationale

    A: Switching to a difficult-to-conceal form of medication can help ensure that the patient takes their medication as prescribed. Liquid or fast-dissolving tablets are harder to hide or spit out. B: Addressing the underlying reasons for not wanting to take medications is crucial for understanding the patient’s perspective and finding solutions that encourage adherence. C: While assessing for delusions and hallucinations is important, it is not directly related to ensuring medication adherence. D: Administering medications in a seclusion room is not a standard practice and can be seen as punitive. It should only be used if the patient poses a risk to themselves or others. E: Not allowing the patient to attend group activities if medication was not taken can be counterproductive and may increase the patient’s resistance to treatment.

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