Antipsychotics
Antipsychotics ( 11 Questions)
A nurse is educating a client about common adverse effects of antipsychotic medications. Which of the following is NOT a common adverse effect?
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Weight loss is not a common adverse effect of antipsychotic medications. In fact, most antipsychotics are associated with weight gain and metabolic syndrome, which can increase the risk of diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Some antipsychotics, such as clozapine (Clozaril®) and olanzapine (Zyprexa®), are more likely to cause weight gain than others.
The other choices are common adverse effects of antipsychotic medications. Sedation, dry mouth, and blurred vision are examples of anticholinergic effects, which are more prominent with first-generation antipsychotics and clozapine. These effects can be managed by reducing the dose, switching to a different antipsychotic, or using adjunctive medications.
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No explanation
Weight loss is not a common adverse effect of antipsychotic medications. In fact, most antipsychotics are associated with weight gain and metabolic syndrome, which can increase the risk of diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Some antipsychotics, such as clozapine (Clozaril®) and olanzapine (Zyprexa®), are more likely to cause weight gain than others.
The other choices are common adverse effects of antipsychotic medications. Sedation, dry mouth, and blurred vision are examples of anticholinergic effects, which are more prominent with first-generation antipsychotics and clozapine. These effects can be managed by reducing the dose, switching to a different antipsychotic, or using adjunctive medications.