Which of the following clients is most likely to benefit from treatment with an antiparkinsonism agent?
A) A client who has a medication-induced movement disorder
B) A client who is being treated with an atypical antidepressant
C) A client who has been admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of lithium toxicity
D) A client who is scheduled to begin electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) for the treatment of major depression
Ans: A
Antiparkinsonism agents have been used to treat medication-induced movement disorders, such as neuroleptic-induced parkinsonism. The presence of lithium toxicity or the use of antidepressants or ECT is not likely to necessitate the use of antiparkinsonism agents.
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