The nurse is working with a client with schizophrenia, disorganized type. It is time for the client to get up and eat breakfast. Which of the following statements by the nurse would be most effective in helping the client prepare for breakfast?

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Clients with schizophrenia may have significant self-care deficits. The client needs clear direction, with tasks broken into small steps, to begin to participate in her own self-care. The other choices do not support the client effectively. I'll expect you in the dining room in 20 minutes, is authoritarian and does not allow the client dignity. Stay right here, and I'll get your clothes for you, is also authoritarian and does not allow the client dignity. Why don't you stay here and I'll get your tray for you, is kinder but it robs the client of the opportunity to do for himself or herself as much as possible.

The Nurse Is Working with a Client with Schizophrenia, Disorganized