During an admission assessment, a nurse notes that a client diagnosed with schizophrenia has allergies to penicillin, prochlorperazine (Compazine), and bee stings.
On the basis of this assessment data, which antipsychotic medication would be contraindicated?
A. Haloperidol (Haldol), because it is used only in elderly patients
B. Clozapine (Clozaril), because of a cross-sensitivity to penicillin
C. Risperidone (Risperdal), because it exacerbates symptoms of depression
D. Thioridazine (Mellaril), because of cross-sensitivity among phenothiazines
Question 2
If clozapine (Clozaril) therapy is being considered, the nurse should evaluate which laboratory test to establish a baseline for comparison in order to recognize a potentially life-threatening side effect?
A. White blood cell count
B. Liver function studies
C. Creatinine clearance
D. Blood urea nitrogen