Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 81%
Simulated
A nurse is admitting a client who has schizophrenia. The client state nurse to state?"I'm hearing voices. Which of the following responses is the priority for the nurse to state"
Correct answer
A
Rationale
The correct answer is A: "What are the voices telling you?" This response shows active listening and encourages the client to express their thoughts, helping the nurse assess the content and potential danger of the voices. Choice B dismisses the client's experience, choice C focuses on medication compliance rather than immediate safety, and choice D is relevant but does not address the immediate concern.