The mother of a 28-year-old client who is taking clozapine (Clozaril) states, “Something is wrong. My son is drooling like a baby.” Which of the following responses by the nurse would be most helpful?...

The mother of a 28-year-old client who is taking clozapine (Clozaril) states, “Something is wrong. My son is drooling like a baby.” Which of the following responses by the nurse would be most helpful?

1. “I wonder if he's having an adverse reaction to the medicine.”

2. “Excess saliva is common with this drug; here's a paper cup for him to spit into.”

3. “Don't worry about it; this is only a minor inconvenience compared to its benefits.”

4. “I've seen this happen to other clients who are taking Clozaril.”