Which of the following terms describes the repetitive involuntary movement of the tongue and mouth in a patient taking risperidone?
a. tardive dyskinesia
b. orthostatic hypotension
c. xerostomia
d. tachycardia
a. Antipsychotics usually cause tardive dyskinesia, which is an extrapyramidal symptom that is not always reversible and is characterized by involuntary, persistent movements of the tongue (rolling), and lips (lip smacking), lateral jaw movements, chewing movements, blinking, rocking back and forth, and facial muscle movement. Oral dyskinesias may result in bruxism, broken teeth, tongue trauma, and ulcerations.
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