NCLEX-RN
Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing NCLEX RN Questions Part 22 Questions
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A client diagnosed with schizophrenia is being switched to risperidone long-acting injection (Risperdal Consta). He is told that he will remain on his oral dose of risperidone (Risperdal) daily for approximately 1 month. The client says, 'I didn't have to do this with my last shot.' Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?
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Rationale: Explaining that Risperdal Consta requires time to reach therapeutic levels clarifies why the oral dose is continued, addressing the client's confusion accurately.
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