A client in labor is demonstrating acute manifestations of schizophrenia. What should the nurse identify as a priority for this client? Select all that apply.
A) Ensuring fetal well-being
B) Ensuring maternal well-being
C) Maintaining a safe environment
D) Medicating for pain as necessary
E) Considering pharmacologic intervention

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The priority nursing interventions for a client in labor with acute manifestations of schizophrenia are ensuring fetal and maternal well-being, maintaining a safe environment, and considering pharmacologic intervention. Medicating for pain as necessary is important but not the highest priority in this situation.

A Client in Labor Is Demonstrating Acute Manifestations of Schizophrenia