A patient who is receiving an antipsychotic drug is restless, paces, and cannot sit still when watching television
The patient says, "I couldn't sleep last night because I needed to pace." The nurse's communication to the health care provider would be to suggest:
a. prescribing an anticholinergic drug.
b. discontinuing the antipsychotic drug.
c. prescribing dopaminergic medication.
d. using an antihistamine at bedtime to promote sleep.
A
The patient's motor symptoms can be assessed as akathisia. Anticholinergic medication provides relief for some patients. The nurse should report the patient's symptoms to the health care provider and anticipate the order to begin anticholinergic therapy. The other options do not provide acceptable alternatives.
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