A client diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia states, "My psychiatrist is out to get me. I'm sad that the voice is telling me to stop him." What symptom is the client exhibiting, and what is the nurse's legal responsibility related to this symptom?

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The client is exhibiting command hallucinations, which involves hearing voices telling them to do something. It is the nurse's legal responsibility to warn the psychiatrist about the potential danger. This is important to ensure the safety of both the client and the psychiatrist.

A Client Diagnosed with Paranoid Schizophrenia States, "My Psychiatrist Is