When planning care for a client, which medication classification should a nurse recognize as effective in the treatment of Tourette's syndrome?

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Neuroleptic medications such as haloperidol and pimozide are considered to be effective in the treatment of Tourette's syndrome by reducing motor and vocal tics. Antimanic medications (B), tricyclic antidepressant medications (C), and monoamine oxidase inhibitor medications (D) are not typically used for the treatment of Tourette's syndrome.

When Planning Care for a Client, Which Medication Classification Should