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The nurse is addressing a primary symptom of schizophrenia when:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because reinforcing the client's ability to interrupt intrusive paranoid thoughts addresses a primary symptom of schizophrenia, which is distorted thinking patterns. Helping the client develop skills to challenge and manage these thoughts is a key aspect of schizophrenia treatment.
A: Arranging stress management classes may be helpful but does not directly address the primary symptom of distorted thinking.
C: Working on a budget for independent living is important but does not directly target the primary symptom of schizophrenia.
D: Supporting the client to stop using alcohol may be beneficial, but it does not directly address the primary symptom of distorted thinking associated with schizophrenia.