A nurse works with a patient diagnosed with schizophrenia regarding the importance of medication management. The patient repeatedly says, "I don't like taking pills." Which treatment strategy should the nurse discuss with the patient and health care provider?

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Medications such as paliperidone, fluphenazine decanoate, and haloperidol decanoate are long-acting forms of antipsychotic medications. They are administered by depot injection every 2 to 4 weeks, thus reducing daily opportunities for nonadherence. The incorrect options do not address the patient's dislike of taking pills.

A Nurse Works with a Patient Diagnosed with Schizophrenia Regarding