According to the nurse, which side effects are possible for a client receiving a dopamine system stabilizer?(Select all that apply.)
1. Drowsiness
2. Diarrhea
3. Constipation
4. Nausea
5. Vomiting
1, 3, 4, 5
Rationale 1:Drowsiness is a side effect of a dopamine system stabilizer.
Rationale 2: Dopamine system stabilizers cause constipation.
Rationale 3: Constipation is a possible side effect of a dopamine system stabilizer.
Rationale 4: Nausea is a possible side effect of a dopamine system stabilizer.
Rationale 5: Vomiting is a possible side effect of a dopamine system stabilizer.
Global Rationale: Drowsiness, dizziness, depression, anxiety, tachycardia, hypotension, nausea, vomiting, excessive salivation, and constipation are all possible side effects of a dopamine system stabilizer. Diarrhea is not a common side effect of a dopamine system stabilizer.
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