Psychotic Disorders no. 4048
QUESTION: A dystonic reaction can be caused by which medication?
✘O a.) Diazepam (Valium)
✓O b.) Haloperidol (Haldol)
✘O c.) Amitriptyline (Elavil)
✘O d.) Clonazepam (Klonopin)
RATIONALERATIONALE: Haloperidol is a phenothiazine and is capable of causing dystonic reactions. Diazepam and clonazepam are benzodiazepines, and amitriptyline is a tricyclic antidepressant. Benzodiazepines don't cause dystonic reactions; however, they can cause drowsiness, lethargy, and hypotension. Tricyclic antidepressants rarely cause severe dystonic reactions; however, they can cause a decreased level of consciousness, tachycardia, dry mouth, and dilated pupils.NURSING PROCESS STEP: ImplementationCLIENT NEEDS CATEGORY: Physiological integrityCLIENT NEEDS SUBCATEGORY: Pharmacological and parenteral therapiesCOGNITIVE LEVEL: Knowledge
