ATI RN Pharmacology Proctored Exam -Nurselytic

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A nurse is assessing a client who is taking haloperidol and is experiencing pseudoparkinsonism. Which of the following findings should the nurse document as a manifestation of pseudoparkinsonism?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Shuffling gait. Pseudoparkinsonism is a side effect of antipsychotic medications like haloperidol, characterized by symptoms similar to Parkinson's disease. A shuffling gait, which is a slow, dragging walk with short steps and reduced arm swing, is a classic manifestation. Serpentine limb movement (
A) is not associated with pseudoparkinsonism. Nonreactive pupils (
C) are not a typical symptom of pseudoparkinsonism. Smacking lips (
D) is a sign of tardive dyskinesia, another side effect of antipsychotic medications.

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