Author Question: A patient being medicated with haloperidol for over 4 weeks has started to display symptoms of ... (Read 87 times)

jon_i · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

A patient being medicated with haloperidol for over 4 weeks has started to display symptoms of involuntary movements of the mouth that resemble chewing. Of the following extrapyramidal adverse reactions, the client is showing signs of:

A.
Dystonia.
B.
Akathisia.
C.
Drug-induced Parkinsonism.
D.
Tardive dyskinesia.

Question 2

The patient taking lithium should understand that the following could affect fluid and sodium levels and increase the chances of becoming toxic:

A.
Muscle weakness.
B.
Lithium level of 0.7.
C.
Dehydration.
D.
Hypertension.

marict · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Protrusion of the tongue and movements of the mouth are the common symptoms of tardive dyskinesia.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Dehydration is a major trigger for lithium toxicity. Monitor the patient's vital signs, and fluid intake and output.