A client diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder is receiving paliperidone (Invega). Which symptoms should a nurse identify that warrant the need for this medication?

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Paliperidone (Invega) is an atypical antipsychotic medication, which can be used to manage the symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Flashbacks of killing the enemy is a symptom of PTSD that may be effectively managed with paliperidone. Flat affect and anhedonia are symptoms of depression, persistent anorexia and weight loss are symptoms of an eating disorder, and distant and guarded relationships are symptoms of social anxiety disorder or personality disorder.

A Client Diagnosed with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Is Receiving Paliperidone