What if patient is diagnosed with schizophrenia


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A 19 year old male is brought to your hospital by his mother. The patient states that the television has been talking to him, telling him that he should leave home and never come back. He is terrified. Mom states that he seems to be pulling away from all his friends. He has stopped showering and does not seem to have any motivation. He is diagnosed with schizophrenia. Looking at the drug efficacy and safety profile, the best choice for maintenance treatment is Clozapine (Clozaril) b. Haloperidol (Haldol) c. Lithium d. Olanzapine (Zyprexa) e. Fluoxetine (Prozac)

 

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