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BSN 101 - Nclex review Uworld

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•Clozapine is an atypical antipsychotic medication used to treat schizophrenia that has not responded to standard, more traditional treatment. Clozapine is associated with a risk for agranulocytosis... and is therefore used only in clients with treatment-resistant schizophrenia. must have their WBC and ANC monitored regularly throughout the course of therapy (initially once every week). the health care provider (HCP) immediately if fever or a sore throat develops, as this may indicate an underlying infection from neutropenia. also cause metabolic syndrome (weight gain, hyperlipidemia, insulin resistance/diabetes) and seizures. •Weight gain—a baseline height, weight, and waist circumference should be obtained, and a BMI can be calculated •Hyperglycemia—symptoms of hyperglycemia (eg, increased thirst and urination, weakness, increased blood glucose) should be monitored •Dyslipidemia—a lipid profile should be obtained A hemorrhagic stroke occurs when a blood vessel ruptures in the brain and causes bleeding into the brain tissue or subarachnoid space. Seizure activity may occur due to increased intracranial pressure (ICP) (Option 3). During the acute phase, a client may develop dysphagia. To prevent aspiration, the client must remain NPO until a swallow function screen reveals no deficits (Option 4). The nurse should perform neurological assessments (eg, level of consciousness, pupillary response) at regular intervals and report any acute changes (Option 5). Preventing activities that increase ICP or blood pressure will minimize f [Show More]

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