A client prescribed Chlorpromazine medication for chronic schizophrenia abruptly stops taking the medication and is in the emergency department. Which findings does the nurse anticipate when assessing this client? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
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Abruptly stopping Chlorpromazine medication can lead to withdrawal symptoms such as nausea, dizziness, vomiting, and tremors. Paralysis is not a common withdrawal symptom of Chlorpromazine.

A Client Prescribed Chlorpromazine Medication for Chronic Schizophrenia Abruptly Stops