Antipsychotics

According to the text, the use of clozapine is limited to which specific condition?

What is the primary mechanism of action for typical antipsychotic agents like phenothiazines and haloperidol?

Which antipsychotic medication is noted to have the greatest potential for causing extrapyramidal reactions?

What is a significant contraindication for the use of antipsychotics related to a specific eye condition?

A patient on clozapine is at risk for developing which serious hematological condition?

What is the potential interaction when antipsychotics are taken with antacids?

A patient exhibiting restlessness and a desire to keep moving while on an antipsychotic is likely experiencing which side effect?

According to the nursing implications, how often should a patient be monitored for extrapyramidal side effects during antipsychotic therapy?

What are the key symptoms of Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS) that require immediate notification of a health care professional?

To minimize hypotensive effects after parenteral administration of an antipsychotic, how long should the patient remain recumbent?

What instruction should be given to a patient taking an oral concentrate of an antipsychotic medication regarding administration?

What potential symptoms can occur from abrupt withdrawal of an antipsychotic medication?

Which precaution is necessary for patients on antipsychotics due to the risk of photosensitivity?

The text states that parkinsonian side effects from antipsychotics are more common in which patient population?

The text states that dystonias as a side effect of antipsychotics are more common in which patient population?

Which group of medications can be used to control extrapyramidal symptoms such as parkinsonian effects and dystonia?

What is a defining characteristic of tardive dyskinesia that distinguishes it from other movement disorders?

Concurrent use of antipsychotics with which of the following can lead to additive CNS depression?

What is the primary reason to avoid exposure to extremes in temperature for a patient taking antipsychotics?

Which medication is specifically mentioned for use in treating intractable hiccups?

What is a distinguishing feature of atypical antipsychotics compared to typical antipsychotics, according to the text?

The text warns that antipsychotics may decrease the therapeutic response to which medication used for Parkinson's disease?

For how long after discontinuing antipsychotic therapy should a patient be monitored for extrapyramidal side effects?

Which of the following describes the parkinsonian side effect known as 'mask-like face'?

What is a primary nursing assessment for a patient taking antipsychotics, related to their mental status?

Why must patients on antipsychotics be used cautiously in those with respiratory insufficiency?

Which phenothiazine antipsychotic has the greatest potential for causing anticholinergic effects?

Which of these is listed as a potential symptom of dystonia, an extrapyramidal side effect?

What is the potential consequence of the irreversible nature of tardive dyskinesia?

When administering an oral antipsychotic, what can be done to minimize gastric irritation?

What is a key desired outcome for a patient being treated with antipsychotics for psychosis?

A patient is prescribed an antipsychotic and an antihypertensive. What potential interaction should the nurse monitor for?

Which condition is a contraindication for antipsychotic use due to the risk of exacerbating CNS depression?

Which atypical antipsychotic has a notable precaution for causing agranulocytosis?

According to the 'Patient/Family Teaching' section, what advice should be given to manage the constipating effects of antipsychotics?

The text lists several atypical antipsychotics. Which of the following is NOT listed as an atypical antipsychotic?

A nurse is monitoring a patient for parkinsonian effects. Which of the following symptoms would be consistent with this side effect?

What is the primary reason for cross-sensitivity among phenothiazines?

The peripheral effects of antipsychotics include alpha-adrenergic blockade and what other property?

The text suggests that phenothiazines differ in their ability to produce sedation. Which two drugs are listed as having the greatest sedative effects?

When monitoring a patient on antipsychotics, what is the significance of observing if medication is actually taken and not hoarded?

What is the potential interaction when phenobarbital is used concurrently with antipsychotics?

When monitoring for tardive dyskinesia, what specific symptom is described as 'rapid or worm-like movements of tongue'?

In the 'Precautions' section, why should antipsychotics be used cautiously in patients with prostatic hypertrophy?

What is the potential effect of antipsychotics on the seizure threshold?

A patient taking an antipsychotic is also prescribed an antithyroid agent. What is the potential risk of this combination?

In addition to treating psychosis, the text mentions that selected antipsychotics are also used as antiemetics and what other type of agent?

What is the rationale for monitoring BP in sitting, standing, and lying positions during dosage adjustment of antipsychotics?

What is a key patient teaching point regarding alcohol use while on antipsychotic therapy?

What is the potential impact of lithium on the effectiveness of phenothiazine antipsychotics?