A patient who takes a traditional antipsychotic medication says, "I feel shaky and very warm." The patient is diaphoretic. The nurse should further assess for what complication?

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NMS is a relatively rare but serious reaction to antipsychotic therapy. It is characterized by muscle rigidity, fever, sweating, autonomic instability, altered levels of consciousness, and possible death. The data given in the scenario are not consistent with other options.

A Patient Who Takes a Traditional Antipsychotic Medication Says, "I