A patient with schizophrenia has received typical (first-generation)antipsychotics for a year.His hallucinations are less intrusive,but he remains apathetic,has poverty of thought,cannot work,and is socially isolated.To address these symptoms,the nurse might consult the prescribing health care provider to suggest a change to:

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Olanzapine is an atypical (second-generation)antipsychotic that targets both positive and negative symptoms of schizophrenia.Haldol and Thorazine are typical antipsychotics of the same class as the patient's present medication and are effective primarily on positive symptoms.Benadryl is an antihistamine and has no antipsychotic properties.

A Patient with Schizophrenia Has Received Typical (First-Generation)antipsychotics for a Year.His