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A 20-year-old client diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia is recovering from a psychotic break. Before discharge from the hospital, the client becomes depressed and states, 'I don't want this illness. I'm about to begin my junior year in college.' Which of the following issues would be most important for the nurses to address at this time?

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Rationale: Medication non-compliance is critical to address to prevent relapse, especially given the client's distress.

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