The nurse performs an assessment of a client with schizophrenia. Which comorbid health conditions should the nurse most expect to find in this client? (Select all that apply.)

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Individuals with schizophrenia are at a higher risk for obesity, hypertension, and cardiac complications due to a combination of factors including side effects of antipsychotic medications, lifestyle choices, and possibly the illness itself. These conditions are more prevalent in this population compared to the general population.

The Nurse Performs an Assessment of a Client with Schizophrenia