A client is brought to the ED with fever, diaphoresis, muscle rigidity, and tachycardia.These symptoms presented four hours ago.The client is taking aripiprazole (Abilify), enalapril (Vasotec), and atenolol (Tenormin).The nurse will prepare to give which of the following?

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DThe symptoms described are indicative of Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS), a potentially life-threatening condition often associated with the use of antipsychotic medications like aripiprazole (Abilify). The management of NMS includes supportive care measures such as antipyretics for fever, electrolytes to correct imbalances, muscle relaxants to manage muscle rigidity, and a cooling blanket to reduce hyperthermia.

A Client Is Brought to the ED with Fever, Diaphoresis