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anshika

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on: Jul 22, 2018
The nurse should monitor the client taking antipsychotic medications for which adverse reactions? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. arrhythmias d. neuroleptic malignant syndrome
  b. extrapyramidal side effect e. tardive dyskinesia
  c. fatal hypertensive crisis

Question 2

A client who has cirrhosis becomes very confused and lethargic and exhibits asterixis. These symptoms can indicate the development of what complication?
 
  a. ascites c. hypoglycemia
  b. hepatic encephalopathy d. portal hypertension


Melissahxx

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B, D, E
Antipsychotic medications should be monitored for adverse reactions including extrapyramidal side effect, neuroleptic malignant syndrome, and tardive dyskinesia.

Answer to Question 2

B
Disruption of liver function creates significant complications such as clotting disorders, malnutrition, and portal hypertension. The buildup of azotemia can lead to the development of hepatic encephalopathy.


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