A client is diagnosed with Schizophrenia.A physician orders haloperidol (Haldol),50 mg bid;benztropine (Cogentin),1 mg prn;and zolpidem (Ambien),10 mg HS.Which client behavior would warrant the nurse to administer benztropine?

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Restlessness and muscle rigidity are symptoms of extrapyramidal side effects (EPS) caused by haloperidol. Benztropine is an anticholinergic medication that can help alleviate these symptoms. Tactile hallucinations (A) may be a symptom of schizophrenia, but do not necessarily require the use of benztropine. Tardive dyskinesia (B) is a side effect of long-term use of antipsychotic medication, and benztropine is not typically used to treat it. Zolpidem (Ambien) (C) is a medication used for insomnia and would not be indicated for addressing EPS symptoms.

A Client Is Diagnosed with Schizophrenia