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A client is taking haloperidol (Haldol) for chronic schizophrenia. The nursing assessment reveals muscular rigidity, hyperthermia, and an altered level of consciousness. These symptoms are consistent with which of the following?
 
  A) Akathisia
  B) Dystonia
  C) Neuroleptic malignant syndrome
  D) Tardive dyskinesia

Question 2

A client diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder has a nursing diagnosis of impaired verbal communication. Which of the following intervention would be most appropriate?
 
  A) Develop alternate communication methods.
  B) Place the client in a group therapy session.
  C) Establish a one-to-one relationship.
  D) Allow the client to be alone at specific times.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

C


EAugust

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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
Gracias!

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