An example of an atypical antipsychotic not considered as a first choice treatment is ________
A) haldol
B) clozapine
C) risperidone
D) zyprexa

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Clozapine is not considered a first choice treatment due to its high risk of agranulocytosis, a potentially life-threatening blood disorder. It is typically reserved for treatment-resistant cases of schizophrenia that have not responded to other antipsychotic medications. Haldol, risperidone, and zyprexa are more commonly used as first line treatments for schizophrenia.

An Example of an Atypical Antipsychotic Not Considered as a First