The pediatric nurse is aware that a child might experience the same adverse effects to a medication as an adult.For what class of medication could this reaction occur,and what reaction would the nurse anticipate?

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Antipsychotics can cause CNS depression in both adults and children. While children may be more susceptible to certain adverse effects, such as extrapyramidal symptoms, the possibility of CNS depression is present in both age groups. The other medications listed (antianxiety, antidepressants, and antibiotics) may have different adverse effects in children compared to adults.

The Pediatric Nurse Is Aware That a Child Might Experience