Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 94%
Simulated
A client with schizoaffective disorder and type 2 diabetes mellitus who receives a prescription for a second generation antipsychotic. The client expresses concern to the nurse about the effect of this antipsychotic on blood glucose levels. Which response should the nurse make?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Acknowledging the client's concern and inviting further discussion addresses the specific worry about blood glucose levels while maintaining a supportive dialogue. Other responses dismiss or sidestep the concern.