A family member of a patient who is experiencing a severe manic episode asks the nurse why the patient is receiving an antipsychotic medication. The nurse informs the family member that antipsychotics are used in the treatment of severe manic episodes to do what?
A. Help control symptoms during the severe manic episode
B. Elevate mood during the severe manic episode
C. Produce sedating effects during the severe manic episode
D. Reduce the amount of physical pain the patient experiences during the severe manic episode
Answer: A. Help control symptoms during the severe manic episode
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