A nurse is reinforcing education to a client who is prescribed clozapine. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as consistent with agranulocytosis and instruct the client to monitor?

A. A relapse plan explains how you can be hospitalized if needed. A relapse plan focuses on early symptom recognition and intervention rather than hospitalization. While hospitalization may be necessary in severe cases, the primary goal is to prevent relapse through proactive measures.
B. A relapse plan addresses your living, housing, and working needs. While stable housing and employment are important for recovery, a relapse plan is specifically designed to identify early warning signs and strategies to prevent symptom exacerbation rather than addressing broader social needs.
C. A relapse plan describes how you use coping strategies for living in the community. While coping strategies are included, a relapse plan is more comprehensive, incorporating early symptom detection, medication adherence, and support systems to prevent deterioration.
D. A relapse plan helps your recovery by recognizing symptoms of schizophrenia and provides steps to follow if symptoms are getting worse. Recognizing early symptoms of schizophrenia and implementing preplanned interventions can reduce the likelihood of a full relapse, allowing for timely adjustments in treatment and support.

A. Neurotransmitters are chemical components that allow neurons to store energy for future use. Neurotransmitters do not store energy; they facilitate communication between neurons by transmitting signals across synapses. Their primary function is to modulate brain activity, not energy storage.
B. Neurotransmitters are activated by the enzyme transferase. Neurotransmitters are not activated by transferase. They are synthesized, stored in vesicles, and released into the synaptic cleft in response to an action potential, where they bind to receptors to elicit a response.
C. Neurotransmitters function by inhibiting the production of glucose. Neurotransmitters do not inhibit glucose production. They play a role in neuronal signaling, affecting mood, cognition, and physiological processes, but do not directly regulate glucose metabolism.
D. Neurotransmitters are found throughout the body. Neurotransmitters exist in both the central and peripheral nervous systems, regulating various functions such as mood, movement, and autonomic responses. They are essential for communication between neurons in the brain and throughout the body.