All of the following are included in the plan of care for a client with schizophrenia. Which nursing intervention should the nurse perform first when caring for this client?

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Safety for both the client and the nurse is the priority when providing care for the client with schizophrenia. The nurse must observe for signs of building agitation or escalating behavior such as increased intensity of pacing, loud talking or yelling, and hitting or kicking objects. The nurse must then institute interventions to protect the client, nurse, and others in the environment.

All of the Following Are Included in the Plan of Care