A nurse is caring for a client who has been prescribed clozapine. Which of the following topics should the nurse prepare to discuss with the client?

A. This statement accurately describes a key aspect of somatic symptom disorder. Individuals with this disorder experience real physical symptoms, but these symptoms are primarily driven by psychological or emotional factors rather than underlying physical causes.

B. Suicidal ideation is not a defining characteristic of the disorder. Somatic symptom disorder primarily involves persistent and distressing physical symptoms along with excessive thoughts, feelings, or behaviors related to those symptoms.

C. Somatic symptom disorder is not characterized by malingering or intentionally fabricating symptoms. Individuals with this disorder genuinely experience physical symptoms that cause distress and impairment

D. There are effective treatment approaches available, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), psychotropic medications for co-occurring conditions such as depression or anxiety, and supportive therapies that address underlying psychological factors

B. The symptoms described—hyperactivity, impulsivity, and inattentiveness—are characteristic of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Central nervous system (CNS) stimulants, such as methylphenidate or amphetamine-based medications, are commonly prescribed as first- line treatments for ADHD.

A. While dopamine dysregulation is implicated in ADHD, dopamine antagonists are more commonly used to treat psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia.

C. While they may be prescribed for conditions such as depression, anxiety, and certain other mood disorders, they are not typically used as first-line treatment for ADHD.

D. Benzodiazepines are a class of medications primarily used to treat anxiety, insomnia, and seizures. They are not indicated for the treatment of ADHD and do not address the core symptoms of the disorder.