The caregiver of a client who is started on antipsychotic drug therapy asks the nurse when the client's symptoms will improve. Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate?
A) "You should notice an improvement in the next day or two."
B) "It might take about 6 weeks or so before the drug is most effective."
C) "There's no way to tell but usually it takes about a week."
D) "Look for movements of his face, mouth, or jaw and that's the sign."
Ans: B
Feedback:
Antipsychotics take time to produce the optimal effect, sometimes 6 to 10 weeks. Evidence of tongue, facial, or mouth movements suggest tardive dyskinesia, a late-appearing reaction that requires discontinuation of the drug.
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