A client is experiencing a psychotic episode. The client is in good physical health but has allergies to penicillin, prochlorperazine (Compazine), and bee stings. Which antipsychotic medication would be contraindicated for this client?
A) Haloperidol (Haldol) because it is used only in elderly patients
B) Clozapine (Clozaril) because it is incompatible with desipramine
C) Risperidone (Risperdal) because it exacerbates symptoms of depression
D) Thioridazine because of cross-sensitivity among phenothiazines
Question 2
A client states, Every time I get angry, I wind up taking it out on my wife and kids. A nurse responds, You express your anger through physical violence directed at your family. Which therapeutic technique is reflected by the nurse?
A) Restating
B) Exploring
C) Formulating a plan of action
D) Making observations
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