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Tirant22

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To cope with the devastating effects of schizophrenia and other serious mental illnesses, family members and clients alike need
 
  1. regular psychoanalysis.
  2. intensive short-term therapy.
  3. ongoing treatment and support.
  4. continued medication adjustments.

Question 2

The client has been taking lithium and fluoxetine (Prozac) for almost a week. During today's assessment, the nurse notes a temperature of 39 C, muscle rigidity, and confusion. The client's signs and symptoms suggest
 
  1. dystonic reactions.
  2. pyramidal side effects.
  3. extrapyramidal side effects.
  4. neuroleptic malignant syndrome.



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Answer to Question 1

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Continued treatment and support are needed for family members and clients alike if they are to cope with the devastating effects psychotic mental illnesses.

Answer to Question 2

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Signs and symptoms of neuroleptic malignant syndrome




Tirant22

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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review


DylanD1323

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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