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A nurse is caring for a client who received prochlorperazine (Compazine) via intravenous push (IVP) 2 hours ago for nausea/vomiting PRN. The nurse noted that the client had a sudden onset of involuntary spasms of the face and neck along with anxiety. The nurse should anticipate a prescription for which of the following medications? (Select All That Apply.)

Correct Answer: C,D

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Correct Answer: C, D


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1. Benztropine (Cogentin) is an anticholinergic medication used to treat extrapyramidal symptoms (EPS) caused by dopamine-blocking medications like prochlorperazine, which can manifest as involuntary spasms of the face and neck.
2. Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) is an antihistamine with anticholinergic properties that can also help alleviate EPS symptoms by blocking acetylcholine receptors.
3. Glucagon (Glucagen) is used to treat severe hypoglycemia, not EPS.
4. Metformin (Glucophage) is an oral antidiabetic drug, not indicated for EPS.
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Therefore, choices A and B are incorrect as they are not relevant to managing EPS symptoms.

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