ATI RN Mental Health Online Practice 2023 A

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A client with schizophrenia is prescribed risperidone. Which of the following should the nurse monitor for as an adverse effect of this medication?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Weight gain. Risperidone is an atypical antipsychotic known to cause metabolic side effects like weight gain due to its impact on appetite and metabolism. Monitoring weight is crucial to prevent complications like diabetes and cardiovascular issues. Monitoring blood pressure (choice
A) is important for other antipsychotics but not specifically risperidone. Excessive salivation (choice
C) is not a common side effect of risperidone. Bradycardia (choice
D) is not typically associated with risperidone.

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