A family member says to the nurse, "I think that my sister needs more medication because she says she cannot sit still and is moving her legs back and forth." The client's risperidone (Risperdal) was recently increased to 10 mg daily. What is the correct nursing response?

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The nurse should assess the client for the side effect of akathisia, which causes restlessness and an inability to sit still. This is a common side effect of antipsychotic medications, including risperidone. Checking with the client directly is the best way to determine if she is experiencing this side effect or if there is another reason for her restlessness.

A Family Member Says to the Nurse, "I Think That