Author Question: When should the nurse be most alert to assess for signs of dystonia in clients taking antipsychotic ... (Read 73 times)

wrbasek0 · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

When should the nurse be most alert to assess for signs of dystonia in clients taking antipsychotic medications?

A) When the client is exposed to direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
B) After long-term use of first-generation antipsychotic medications
C) When the client has a pill rolling movement of the hand at rest.
D) Within the first 5 days of treatment or when the dose is increased

Question 2

The nurse realizes that in order to help improve the functioning of mental health clients and their families, the nurse must:

A) Decrease the client's stress. B) Educate to enhance strength and creativity.
C) Normalize the family's experience. D) Teach the client communication skills.