Which of the following laboratory studies are routinely done on patients taking second generation antipsychotic medications?
1. Hemoglobin and hematocrit
2. Renal functions
3. Thyroid functions
4. Serum glucose levels
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Rationale: Second generation antipsychotic medications have a risk of insulin resistance contributing to diabetes, so serum glucose levels are routinely monitored. Hemoglobin, thyroid function, and renal function are not typically affected by the second generation antipsychotic medications.
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