Steven has paranoid schizophrenia. He will, at times, become violent and unknowingly hurt himself by hitting his limbs against furniture and walls. What adaptation do you recommend to Steven's family?
A)Provide Steven with a room with soft furniture and no breakable items, so Steven can go there and be safe when he has violent episodes.
B)Strap Steven down when he has violent episodes, so he cannot hurt himself.
C)Admit Steven to the hospital since he should not be in the community when he is violent.
D)Leave Steven alone during a violent episode, so the episode does not become worse.

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You recommend to Steven's family that they provide him with a room that has soft furniture and no breakable items. You tell them that the room is not to be used as a punishment, but as a safe place where Steven can go when he becomes violent.

Steven Has Paranoid Schizophrenia