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RYAN BANYAN

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A depot preparation of an antipsychotic drug is prescribed. What information would the nurse include in counseling this patient?
 
  1. Depot agents are associated with a higher rate of relapse.
  2. The drug will be administered by injection every 2 to 4 weeks.
  3. There is an increased incidence of neuroleptic malignant syndrome.
  4. This agent may be associated with a higher incidence of tardive dyskinesia.

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Which statement is correct regarding the use of atypical antipsychotic agents?
 
  1. They affect only the positive symptoms of schizophrenia.
  2. They affect only the negative symptoms of schizophrenia.
  3. They cause more extrapyramidal symptoms.
  4. They commonly cause weight gain.


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Fayaz00962

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 2

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 4


RYAN BANYAN

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Gracias!

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Wow, this really help

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