When describing tardive dyskinesia (TD) associated with the use of antipsychotic medication, which of the following would the nurse integrate into the teaching plan? Select all that apply
A) TD is an early-appearing adverse reaction.
B) TD involves rhythmic, involuntary movements of the facial structures.
C) TD is a reversible adverse effect of antipsychotic drugs.
D) TD is less likely to occur with the use of atypical psychotics.
E) TD can occur after discontinuation of antipsychotic drug therapy.
Ans: B, D, E
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TD is a late-appearing reaction that is characterized by rhythmic, involuntary movements of the tongue, face, mouth, or jaw and sometimes the extremities. TD is nonreversible, can occur during antipsychotic drug therapy or after discontinuation, and is less likely to occur with the use of atypical antipsychotics.
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