The nurse is teaching a patient who will be discharged home on a typical antipsychotic medication to treat schizophrenia. Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further teaching?
a. "I should not drink alcohol while taking this medication."
b. "I should use a heating pad to treat muscle spasms while taking this medication."
c. "I should use sunscreen while taking this medication."
d. "I will need frequent blood tests while taking this medication."
ANS: B
Dystonia can cause muscle spasms and should be reported to the provider who can prescribe medications to treat this adverse effect. Patients should not drink alcohol, should use sunscreen, and will need close monitoring of lab values while taking these medications.
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