Question

The nurse is evaluating the effectiveness of newly prescribed risperidone in a client

who has schizophrenia. The nurse understands that which of the following clinical
data indicate appropriate therapeutic response. Select all that apply.

Answer 1

Options C and D are correct

Clinical evidence suggests that a client with schizophrenia may respond appropriately to risperidone when it is provided recently.

C. Evaluate communication efforts

D. Evaluate what sets off strange or inappropriate behavior.

These choices center on enhancing communication and decreasing odd behaviors, indicating that the drug is effectively reducing the client's symptoms.

Options

A. Assess for medication noncompliance

B. Note escalating behaviors and intervene immediately

C. Interpret attempts at communication

D. Assess triggers for bizarre, inappropriate behavior