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A nurse is developing a plan of care for a newly admitted client who has schizophrenia and experiences frequent hallucinations and paranoid delusions. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Limit the number of questions asked during assessments. This is important because clients with schizophrenia may become overwhelmed or agitated with too many questions, exacerbating their symptoms. By limiting questions, the nurse can help reduce stress and anxiety for the client.
A: Placing the client in seclusion may escalate feelings of paranoia and worsen hallucinations.
C: Using frequent touch may not be appropriate as some clients with schizophrenia may have sensory sensitivities.
D: Directly telling the client that delusions are not real may lead to confrontation and may not be effective in changing the client's beliefs.

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