A patient diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia believes that evil spirits are being stirred by a local minister and verbally threatens to bomb a local church.Considering the rights of this patient, what is the initial nursing responsibility?

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The initial nursing responsibility is to recognize and act upon the duty to warn and protect. The patient is a danger to themselves and others, and it's the nurse's duty to report the threat to the appropriate authorities to prevent harm. Protecting the patient's confidentiality is important, but it's secondary to ensuring the safety of the patient and the community. Obtaining the patient's permission to release the information to the police may not be necessary in emergency situations where there's an imminent risk. Reviewing the criteria associated with malpractice is not a priority in this scenario.

A Patient Diagnosed with Paranoid Schizophrenia Believes That Evil Spirits