When assessing a patient who has been prescribed an antipsychotic medication, which statement would indicate a need for further patient education?
a. "I'm already too thin; I'm concerned that I'm going to get even thinner on this new type of medication.".
b. "I'm a warm weather person, I follow the sun—I live in Florida in the winter and Maine in the summer.".
c. "I just got married, and my wife and I are so excited about starting a family as soon as we can.".
d. "My parents said that as soon as I am off the medication, they'll give me the money for a car.".
B
Increased sensitivity to sunlight is one of the most common side effects of antipsychotic agents. The patient will need to be instructed about the importance of using a sunscreen at all times when in the sun.
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