1) A nurse is caring for a pt who is receiving Haloperidol. The nurse should identify which of the
following findings as an adverse effect of the med?
-Akathisia = CORRECT ANSWER
An adverse effect associated with halo
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1) A nurse is caring for a pt who is receiving Haloperidol. The nurse should identify which of the
following findings as an adverse effect of the med?
-Akathisia = CORRECT ANSWER
An adverse effect associated with haloperidol isthe development of extrapyramidal manifestationssuch
as dystonia, pseudoparkinsonism, and akathisia.
-Paresthesia
Haloperidol, an antipsychotic neuroleptic medication, can cause CNS adverse effects such asseizures,
confusion, and neuroleptic syndrome. However, paresthesia is not an adverse effect of haloperidol.
-Excesstear production
Haloperidol has anticholinergic properties that can cause sensory adverse effectssuch as increased
intraocular pressure, blurred vision, and dry eyes.
-Anxiety
Haloperidol can be prescribed to treatsevere agitation as well as psychotic manifestations.
2) A nurse is providing teaching to a pt who is to start taking Sumatriptan. Which of the following
adverse effects should the nurse instruct the pt to monitor for and report to the provider?
-Chest pressure= CORRECT ANSWER
Sumatriptan is an antimigraine agent which can cause coronary vasospasms, resulting in angina. The
client should report chest pressure or heavy arms to the provider.
-White patches on the tongu
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