A client diagnosed with schizophrenia wants to stop taking antipsychotic medications and attempt to keep the illness in control with a strict vegetarian diet and meditation. Which nursing implementation represents application of evidence-based principles?

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The best choice is to share with the client what is known about the importance of nutrition, stress management, and medication in the treatment of schizophrenia. This approach is based on evidence-based principles because it recognizes the importance of medication in the treatment of schizophrenia while also acknowledging the potential benefits of other interventions such as diet and meditation. Option B is incorrect because it invalidates the client's perspective without consideration of their beliefs or values. Option C is less effective because it does not address the importance of medication in the treatment of schizophrenia. Option D is incorrect because it puts the burden of proof on the client rather than addressing their concerns in a supportive manner.

A Client Diagnosed with Schizophrenia Wants to Stop Taking Antipsychotic