Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 75%
Simulated
A client diagnosed with Undifferentiated Schizophrenia gained 50 lb in 6 months while taking olanzapine (Zyprexa). After seeing her psychiatrist who changed the medication to ziprasidone (Geodon), the client tells the nurse, 'I don't want to take this Geodon either. I can't gain any more weight.' Which response by the nurse is most appropriate for this client?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Addressing the client's concern about weight gain by noting that ziprasidone is associated with less weight gain than olanzapine provides reassurance and encourages adherence.