ATI Mental Health Proctored Exam - Nurselytic

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A nurse in an inpatient mental health facility is assessing a client who has schizophrenia and is taking haloperidol. Which of the following clinical findings is the nurse’s priority?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: High fever. The priority finding is high fever because it could indicate a potentially serious adverse reaction called neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) associated with haloperidol use. NMS is a life-threatening condition characterized by fever, altered mental status, muscle rigidity, and autonomic dysfunction. Prompt recognition and treatment of NMS are crucial to prevent complications. Insomnia (
B), urinary hesitancy (
C), and headache (
D) are common side effects of haloperidol but are not as urgent as high fever, which could signify a medical emergency.

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