When administering medication to an inpatient with paranoid schizophrenia, which is the best method?

When working in mental health settings, patient and staff safety come first. The patient's door should remain open, except for an invasive procedure, which requires a second staff member as witness and chaperone. Medications are given by schedule, not patient behavior. A nurse should never look elsewhere or turn away from a patient, especially if the patient has a diagnosis that includes possible angry or violent behavior.