Asked by Amanda Fraysure on May 21, 2024
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A patient taking medication for mental illness develops restlessness and an uncontrollable need to be in motion. A nurse can correctly analyze that these symptoms are related to which drug action?
A) Anticholinergic effects
B) Dopamine-blocking effects
C) Endocrine-stimulating effects
D) Ability to stimulate spinal nerves
Restlessness
A state of being unable to relax or remain still, often due to anxiety or boredom.
- Identify and administer appropriate responses to the side effects of antipsychotic and antidepressant substances.
- Assess and monitor for symptoms of tardive dyskinesia in patients on long-term antipsychotic therapy.
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Grace SkorupskiMay 22, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Medications that block dopamine often produce disturbances of movement such as akathisia because dopamine affects neurons involved in both the thought processes and movement regulation. Anticholinergic effects include dry mouth, blurred vision, urinary retention, and constipation. Akathisia is not caused by endocrine stimulation or spinal nerve stimulation.
Learning Objectives
- Identify and administer appropriate responses to the side effects of antipsychotic and antidepressant substances.
- Assess and monitor for symptoms of tardive dyskinesia in patients on long-term antipsychotic therapy.
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