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A client diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia is still withdrawn, unkempt, and unmotivated to get out of bed. A mental health aide asks the nurse why he is this way after being on fluphenazine (Prolixin) 10 mg for 7 days. The nurse should tell the health aide:

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Rationale: Fluphenazine, a typical antipsychotic, is more effective for positive symptoms (e.g., hallucinations, delusions) than negative symptoms (e.g., withdrawal, lack of motivation), which explains the client's persistent symptoms.

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