When should the nurse be most alert to assess for signs of dystonia in clients taking antipsychotic medications?
A) When the client is exposed to direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
B) After long-term use of first-generation antipsychotic medications
C) When the client has a pill rolling movement of the hand at rest.
D) Within the first 5 days of treatment or when the dose is increased
D
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