A patient has taken perphenazine (Prolixin) for a year. The nurse observes lip smacking and grinding teeth. Which tool should the nurse use to complete the assessment?
a. AIMS
b. EPSE
c. SAD PERSONS
d. CAGE questionnaire
A
AIMS is the Abnormal Involuntary Movement Scale. It was developed to screen for tardive dyskinesia. EPSE refers to extrapyramidal side effects. The other tools are for assessing alcohol abuse and suicidality.
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