When in the course of treatment with an antipsychotic medication would the nurse be most likely to assess tardive dyskinesia?

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Tardive dyskinesia is a side effect of long-term use of antipsychotic medications, typically developing after months or years of treatment. Therefore, the nurse would be most likely to assess for tardive dyskinesia after long-term use of the medication. Choices A, B, and D are incorrect because they do not align with the timeline of this side effect.

When in the Course of Treatment with an Antipsychotic Medication