ATI LPN
PN Pharmacology 2023 Questions
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A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of schizophrenia. Which of the following medications should the nurse expect to administer?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Risperidone. Risperidone is an antipsychotic medication commonly used to treat schizophrenia by helping to manage symptoms such as hallucinations and delusions. Levodopa (
A) is used for Parkinson's disease, Baclofen (
B) is a muscle relaxant, and Fenofibrate (
C) is used to lower cholesterol. Administering any of these medications to a client with schizophrenia would not address their symptoms effectively.
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