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A Client Diagnosed with Chronic Schizophrenia Presents in an Emergency

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A client diagnosed with chronic schizophrenia presents in an emergency department (ED) with uncontrollable tongue movements, stiff neck, and difficulty swallowing. The nurse would expect the physician to recognize which condition and implement which treatment?


A) Neuroleptic malignant syndrome and treat by discontinuing antipsychotic medications
B) Agranulocytosis and treat by administration of clozapine (Clozaril)
C) Extrapyramidal symptoms and treat by administration of benztropine (Cogentin)
D) Tardive dyskinesia and treat by discontinuing antipsychotic medications

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