A patient diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia has been charged with murder.The patient's mother asks,"What will happen if my son is found not guilty by reason of insanity?" Which response shows that the nurse understands the outcome of this plea?
A) "Your son will not receive the death penalty."
B) "He will receive the mental treatment he deserves."
C) "The court will order that he be involuntary committed for treatment."
D) "He is considered innocent and will be released to the care of his physician."
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