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BrownTown3

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on: Jul 24, 2018
Which is/are extrapyramidal adverse effect(s) of antipsychotic agents? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Spasmodic movements of muscle groups
  b. Masklike expression
  c. Lip smacking
  d. Inability to sit in one place for an extended period
  e. Weight gain

Question 2

To what does potency of an antipsychotic medication refer?
 
  a. Severity of adverse effects associated with the drug
  b. Length of time that it takes to reach a therapeutic blood level of the drug
  c. Milligram doses used for the medication
  d. Effectiveness of the drug in alleviating psychotic behavior


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shailee

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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, B, C, D
Dystonic reactions, pseudoparkinsonism, tardive dyskinesia, and akathisia are extrapyramidal symptoms of antipsychotic agents. Antipsychotic drug therapy often causes substantial weight gain, but this is not classified as an extrapyramidal adverse effect.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Low and high potency refers only to the milligram doses used for the medications and does not suggest any difference in effectiveness. Potency is not related to severity of adverse effects or onset of action. Potency does not refer to effectiveness.


BrownTown3

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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Excellent

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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