The nurse is managing the care of a group of patients with schizophrenia. The patients are receiving conventional antipsychotic medications. When assessing for anticholinergic side effects, which would the nurse immediately report to the physician?

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Urinary retention is a serious anticholinergic side effect that requires immediate medical attention, as it can lead to bladder damage or infection.

The Nurse Is Managing the Care of a Group of Patients