HESI RN
HESI Pharmacology Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A client with psychosis who is receiving an antipsychotic medication is continuously rubbing the back of the neck. Which nursing intervention is best for the nurse to implement?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Neck rubbing suggests acute dystonia, an antipsychotic side effect. Benztropine (
C), an anticholinergic, relieves dystonia. Pillows (
A), heating pads (
B), and therapy (
D) don’t address the cause.
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Question 5 of 5
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