A patient diagnosed with schizophrenia has taken fluphenazine 5 mg po bid for 3 weeks. The nurse now observes a shuffling propulsive gait, a mask-like face, and drooling. Which term applies to these symptoms?

A) Neuroleptic malignant syndrome
B) Hepatocellular effects
C) Pseudoparkinsonism
D) Akathisia

Fluphenazine

An antipsychotic medication used to treat symptoms of schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders by blocking certain chemicals in the brain.

Pseudoparkinsonism

A condition that mimics the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, such as tremors, rigidity, and bradykinesia, often caused by medication side effects.

Propulsive Gait

A type of walking where the person seems to be pushed forward, with quick, small steps; often associated with neurological disorders like Parkinson's disease.