A student nurse questions the nurse about the frequency of administration of antipsychotics, such as risperidone (Risperdal)
The nurse responds by explaining that risperidone (Risperdal) is a newer medication that is effective and has the advantage that it: a. does not cause photosensitivity.
b. has fewer serious side effects.
c. is less expensive.
d. does not cause drowsiness.
B
Risperidone (Risperdal) is a newer generation of "atypical" antipsychotic medications that is known for having fewer serious side effects, such as tardive dyskinesia, but they still have sig-nificant effects.
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a. Channel b. Receiver c. Message d. Sender
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