A nurse is caring for a client who is taking fluphenazine and is experiencing tardive dyskinesia. Which of the following medications should the nurse anticipate the provider to prescribe for this client?

B. Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is characterized by unstable mood, behavior, and relationships, often leading to impulsive behaviors including self-harm. It's crucial for the family to understand the potential for self-harm in individuals with BPD and to learn how to recognize warning signs and effectively intervene to ensure the client's safety.

A. While medication may be a component of treatment for some individuals with BPD, it is not typically the first-line intervention for managing the disorder.

C. Group therapy, particularly dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) groups, can be beneficial for individuals with BPD as they provide opportunities for skill-buildin. However, it may not be the immediate priority when teaching the family about BPD.

D. Insurance coverage can be addressed at a later time, and the immediate focus should be on providing information and support to help the family understand and cope with the diagnosis and its implications for the client's well-being.

A. A lack of emotions, also known as flat affect or emotional blunting, is a common negative symptom of schizophrenia. It refers to a reduced range or intensity of emotional expression, such as reduced facial expressions, tone of voice, or gestures.

B. Paranoia is not a negative symptom but rather a positive symptom of schizophrenia.

C. Confusion may occur in schizophrenia, but it is not specific to negative symptoms. Confusion can be a result of various factors, including medication side effects, acute psychosis, or cognitive deficits.

D. Distorted beliefs, such as delusions, are considered positive symptoms rather than negative symptoms of schizophrenia.