ATI RN
ATI RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Retake 1 Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge instructions to a client who has a new prescription for haloperidol. Which of the following adverse effects should the nurse instruct the client to report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Shuffling gait. Haloperidol is an antipsychotic medication that can cause extrapyramidal symptoms like shuffling gait, which is a serious adverse effect indicating potential development of tardive dyskinesia. This should be reported promptly to prevent further complications. Weight gain (
A) and dry mouth (
B) are common side effects of haloperidol and are not typically urgent. Sedation (
D) is also common but may not require immediate attention unless severe.
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