A client diagnosed with schizophrenia is being switched to risperidone long-acting injection (Risperdal Consta). He is told that he will remain on his oral dose of risperidone (Risperdal) daily for...

A client diagnosed with schizophrenia is being switched to risperidone long-acting injection (Risperdal Consta). He is told that he will remain on his oral dose of risperidone (Risperdal) daily for approximately 1 month. The client says, “I didn't have to take pills when I was on fluphenazine decanoate (Prolixin Decanoate/Modecate) shots in the past.” The nurse should tell the client:

1. “Taking fluphenazine orally and by injection would not be as effective as the injection alone.”

2. “Risperdal Consta is less potent than Prolixin Decanoate/Modecate.”

3. “The doctor didn't believe you would take both the pills and Prolixin Decanoate/Modecate.”

4. “Risperdal Consta initially takes a little longer to reach the ideal blood level.”