Asked by Ravneet Nanda on May 11, 2024
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A patient receiving risperidone (Risperdal) reports severe muscle stiffness at 10:30 AM. By noon, the patient is diaphoretic, drooling, and has difficulty swallowing. By 4:00 PM, vital signs are body temperature, 102.8° F; pulse, 110 beats per minute; respirations, 26 breaths per minute; and blood pressure, 150/90 mm Hg. Select the nurse's best analysis and action.
A) Agranulocytosis. Institute reverse isolation.
B) Tardive dyskinesia. Withhold the next dose of medication.
C) Cholestatic jaundice. Begin a high-protein, low fat diet.
D) Neuroleptic malignant syndrome. Immediately notify the health care provider.
Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome
A rare but life-threatening reaction to antipsychotic drugs characterized by fever, muscle rigidity, and autonomic dysfunction.
Risperidone
An antipsychotic medication commonly used to treat schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and irritability associated with autism.
Schizophrenia
A chronic mental disorder known for affecting a person's ability to think, feel, and behave clearly.
- Comprehend the adverse reactions and control of antipsychotic drugs.
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Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the adverse reactions and control of antipsychotic drugs.
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