You are asked to report any extrapyramidal symptoms (EPSs) of your patient. Which of the following are examples of EPS?
A.
Dry mouth, anorexia
B.
Heart palpitations
C.
Muscle rigidity, tremors
D.
Constipation, nausea
ANS: C
The classic symptoms include muscle rigidity, tremors, shuffling gait, and restlessness.
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