Jennie's husband was hospitalized and treated with antipsychotic medications for his symptoms of schizophrenia. Because she was worried about the side effects of the medication, Jennie confronted the psychiatrist who was treating her husband. "This is completely unacceptable," she said. "My husband shuffles around this ward like he is a zombie. He jerks and twitches for no apparent reason, the expression on his face hardly ever changes, and he's becoming more withdrawn and apathetic." Which of the following medications was most likely being used to treat Jennie's husband?

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Chlorpromazine is a typical antipsychotic medication that is known to cause side effects such as motor disturbances (jerking, twitching), apathy, and a lack of facial expression. These side effects are often referred to as extrapyramidal symptoms and can be severe, leading to the nickname "zombie drug." Clozapine, risperidone, and buspirone are all atypical antipsychotics that are less likely to cause these types of side effects.

Jennie's Husband Was Hospitalized and Treated with Antipsychotic Medications for His