Prior to discharge,the nurse plans to teach the patient and family about relapse.Which items will the nurse include in the teaching?

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The patient and family must be aware of signs of impending relapse.These signs are usually similar to those that the patient experienced prior to hospitalization and will be patient-specific.The nurse should be notified ASAP,rather than waiting two weeks.Patients should never adjust medication dosage.Street drug use often precipitates relapse since many street drugs are dopaminergic.

Prior to Discharge,the Nurse Plans to Teach the Patient and Family