ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Exam N200 Group 2 Exam Questions
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The nurse is assessing a client diagnosed with schizophrenia,who has been prescribed Haloperidol for the past year. On assessment,the nurse notices that the client is demonstrating bizarre facial and tongue movements. What is the priority nursing intervention?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hold the dose of Haloperidol and notify the healthcare provider. Bizarre facial and tongue movements suggest tardive dyskinesia a serious side effect of long-term Haloperidol use. Holding the dose and consulting the provider is critical to prevent worsening or irreversible symptoms.
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