The client who is taking a low-potency antipsychotic medication should be informed by the nurse that the most common side effects are (Select all that apply):

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Anticholinergic side effects are most common with low-potency antipsychotic medications.The other options are extrapyramidal side effects that are seen most typically with higher-potency and long-term use of antipsychotic medications.However,all clients on antipsychotic medications should be monitored for both categories of side effects.

The Client Who Is Taking a Low-Potency Antipsychotic Medication Should