A patient who is about to begin taking the atypical antipsychotic medication clozapine (Clozaril) is concerned about side effects. What information will the nurse include when teaching the patient about this medication?
a. "You are more likely to experience dry mouth, constipation, and urinary retention."
b. "You may experience weight gain, drowsiness, and headaches."
c. "You will not experience extrapyramidal side effects with this medication."
d. "You will not need frequent lab work while taking this medication."
ANS: B
Weight gain, drowsiness, and headaches are common side effects of non-typical antipsychotic medications. Anticholinergic side effects are less likely than with typical antipsychotics. Extrapyramidal side effects can occur, even though they are less likely. Clozapine can cause agranulocytosis, so patients who are taking this drug require frequent monitoring.
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