A female client makes an appointment with her health care provider 2 weeks after beginning her prescription antipsychotic therapy. She states that she is still unable to cope and concentrate at work. What statement would be appropriate to include in the nurse’s teaching?
A, Antipsychotics may take several weeks to achieve maximum therapeutic effect.
B, The medication should be effective by this time; I will consult the physician.
C, This medication may need to be changed; I will consult the physician.
D, Therapeutic effects of antipsychotics should be evaulated every 2 weeks by your physician.
