After taking chlorpromazine (Thorazine)for 1 month,a client presents to an ED with severe muscle rigidity,tachycardia,and a temperature of 105^oF (

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Rationale: The nurse should expect that an ED physician would diagnose the client with neuroleptic malignant syndrome and treat the client by discontinuing chlorpromazine and administering dantrolene.Neuroleptic malignant syndrome is a potentially fatal condition characterized by rigidity,fever,altered consciousness,and autonomic instability.The use of typical antipsychotics is largely being replaced by atypical antipsychotics because they have fewer side effects and present a lower risk.

After Taking Chlorpromazine (Thorazine)for 1 Month,a Client Presents to an ED