A patient who has taken three doses of haloperidol suddenly cries out for help.The nurse observes that the patient's eyes are rolled upward in a fixed gaze.The nurse should administer which drug from the patient's PRN list?

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The patient is exhibiting symptoms of acute dystonia, which is a potential side effect of haloperidol. Benztropine, an anticholinergic medication, is commonly used to treat acute dystonia. Vitamin E, carbidopa, and amantadine are not indicated for the treatment of acute dystonia.

A Patient Who Has Taken Three Doses of Haloperidol Suddenly