A homeless individual diagnosed with SMI and a history of persistent treatment nonadherence plans to begin attending the day program at a community mental health center. Which intervention should be the team's initial focus?
A) Teach appropriate health maintenance and prevention practices.
B) Educate the patient about the importance of treatment adherence.
C) Help the patient obtain employment in a local sheltered workshop.
D) Interact regularly and supportively without trying to change the patient.
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