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The Client Was Receiving Haloperidol (Haldol), a Dopamine Antagonist

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The client was receiving haloperidol (Haldol) , a dopamine antagonist.When the psychiatrist changes the order to aripiprazole (Abilify) , a partial dopamine antagonist, the nurse anticipates the client will experience which effect?


A) A greater efficacy from the new drug
B) The client will be more compliant in taking the drug.
C) Fewer side effects will be experienced by the client.
D) A greater reduction in symptoms

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