The client reports that the medication must be effective since the hallucinations are now markedly diminished. The nurse documents that the client is responding positively to which of the following medications?

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Olanzapine (Zyprexa) is an atypical antipsychotic medication often used to treat hallucinations in clients with psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia. The fact that the client's hallucinations are markedly diminished suggests that olanzapine is effective in this case. Zolpidem (Ambien) is a medication used to treat insomnia, methylphenidate (Ritalin) is a medication used to treat ADHD, and paroxetine (Paxil) is a medication used to treat depression and anxiety. None of these medications are typically used to treat hallucinations in clients with psychotic disorders.

The Client Reports That the Medication Must Be Effective Since