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on: Jul 19, 2018
A patient receives a traditional low-potency antipsychotic medication. The nurse should assess closely for
 
  a. urinary frequency.
  b. urinary retention.
  c. hypertension.
  d. diarrhea.

Question 2

Which symptom of Parkinson's disease has the highest priority for nursing intervention?
 
  a. Tremor
  b. Akathisia
  c. Dysphagia
  d. Tardive dyskinesia


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

B
Low-potency antipsychotics tend to cause anticholinergic side effects. Urinary retention and other anticholinergic effects are important findings for which the nurse should be alert. The other effects would not be expected.

Answer to Question 2

C
Dysphagia is difficulty swallowing. Because dysphagia can lead to a compromised airway, it is the priority symptom among those listed.


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