A newly admitted homeless client diagnosed with schizophrenia states, "I am looking forward to curing my mental problem, once and for all." Which is the appropriate nursing reply?

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1.This is incorrect. The most accurate nursing reply is to explain to the client the reasonable and realistic expectations that the client can have for hospitalization. Appearing to agree with the client about a cure will not be a useful approach.
2.This is incorrect. The most accurate nursing reply is to explain to the client the reasonable and realistic expectations that the client can have for hospitalization. The client has more problems than just needing housing; the client has a mental illness to deal with.
3.This is correct. The most accurate nursing reply is to explain to the client the reasonable and realistic expectations that the client can have for hospitalization.
4.This is incorrect. The most accurate nursing reply is to explain to the client the reasonable and realistic expectations that the client can have for hospitalization. The nurse should not make promises about the effect of medication changes.

A Newly Admitted Homeless Client Diagnosed with Schizophrenia States, "I