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

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Antipsychotic medications, specifically second-generation (atypical) antipsychotics, have been found to be effective in reducing tics and improving functioning in individuals with Tourette's disorder. Antimanic medications are used to treat bipolar disorder and are not indicated for Tourette's disorder. Tricyclic antidepressants and MAOI medications may be used for co-occurring depression or anxiety, but are not the primary medications used to treat Tourette's disorder.

When Planning Care for a Client,which Medication Classification Should the Nurse