A nurse is reviewing the medical records of several clients receiving antipsychotic agents. Which factors, if noted, would the nurse identify as placing a client at greater risk for tardive dyskinesia?
A) Male gender
B) Age 30 to 45 years
C) History of depression
D) Short duration of treatment
Ans: C
Risk factors for tardive dyskinesia include age older than 50 years, female gender, affective disorders (particularly depression), brain damage or dysfunction, increased duration of treatment, standard antipsychotic medication, and, possibly, higher doses of antipsychotic agents.
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