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Question 1 of 5

A male client with schizophrenia is demonstrating echolalia, which is becoming annoying to other clients on the unit. What intervention is best for the RN to implement?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C: Avoid recognizing the behavior. Echolalia is the repetition of words or phrases spoken by others, common in schizophrenia. By not reinforcing or acknowledging the behavior, the client may eventually stop. Isolating the client (
Choice
A) may lead to feelings of rejection. Administering a sedative (
Choice
B) may not address the underlying behavior. Escorting the client to his room (
Choice
D) does not address the echolalia directly.

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