A major difference between the atypical antipsychotics (such as Clozapine) and the typical antipsychotics (such as Haldol) is what?
A) Atypical antipsychotics block both serotonin and dopaminergic receptors.
B) There are no side effects with the typical antipsychotics.
C) Typical antipsychotics often lead to weight gain.
D) Atypical antipsychotics can cause arrhythmias and kidney failure in rare cases.
Ans: A
Typical antipsychotics do have side effects, often lead to weight gain, and, in rare cases, cause arrhythmias and kidney failure. Thus, option A is the correct answer.
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