5 Antipsychotics NCLEX Style Questions

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Question 1 of 5

The nurse is caring for a client with dystonia. What is the priority nursing intervention for this client?


Question 2 of 5

A client is diagnosed with neuroleptic malignant syndrome. Which of the following events has the client likely experienced?


Question 3 of 5

A 29-year-old client is being seen for a diagnosis of schizophrenia. The physician has ordered an atypical antipsychotic medication for disease management. Which best describes how this type of medication works?


Question 4 of 5

A client is brought into the emergency room by a family member. The client states she is being followed by people who are trying to kill her. The nurse reviews the client’s medications and notes that the client is likely to have schizophrenia based on which medication?


Question 5 of 5

Which of the following medications would be classified as an antipsychotic medication?