what is the priority of nursing care during remission of schizoprenia

Hello alu_74,

I'm not sure what the test is looking for, however, I can tell you with certainty that in the remission of schizophrenia certain things need to be in place for someone to have a successful life in recovery:

1.  Adherence to a medication routine, that is, taking the meds every day as prescribed by the psychiatrist or other mental healthcare professional, could be a nurse practitioner.

2.  Routine visits to a psychiatrist or other professional for medication monitoring, and adjustment as needed.

3.  Therapy with a caring, empathetic, objective therapist as warranted.

4.  Support and encouragement that it is possible to have a full, productive life even after the diagnosis of schizophrenia.

5.  As a professional, to develop the firm belief that recovery is possible from schizophrenia, and the commitment to helping your patients achieve that.

The last item on the list is actually the most important.

Because people can and do recover, often for the long-term.

Lastly, to recognize the symptoms should they return, and take immediate action to intervene.

Regards,

Chri

I am not sure I know exactly what is being asked, but I do know about nursing care, having received it during many hospitalizations in 7 different hospitals.  I think nursing care (if you are hospitalized) is just about the most important relationship.  A nurse's attitude and actions can make or break a patient's attempt at recovery.  The most important thing a psyche nurse can do is to show compassion and caring.

I went to one hospital where I finally asked for a meeting with the nurses and doctors, then told them all to go to hell.  The nurses there were horrible and seemed to make up the rules as they went along.  One of them told me to get a life and stop running to the hospital every time I had a problem!  She needed a refresher course in compassion and tact!

Then a nurse at a different hospital, where I had stayed many times, went above and beyond the call of duty.  She would show up where I worked several times and always asked how I was doing and let me know she cared.

Carolyn