Staff have made several verbal attempts to de-escalate a client, however, the client's level of agitation continues to increase and it becomes necessary to administer a fast-acting pharmacological intervention
Which medication would the nurse most likely provide? 1. Haloperidol (Haldol)
2. Methylphenidate (Ritalin)
3. Lithium carbonate (Lithobid)
4. Amitriptyline (Elavil)
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Rationale: Haloperidol is a high-potency, short-acting antipsychotic that is useful in calming agitation. Lithium is a mood stabilizer and amitriptyline is a tricyclic antidepressant; these drugs would be used for long-term management of mood symptoms. Methylphenidate, a psychostimulant, is relatively fast-acting but would not calm agitated behavior.
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