The nurse notes that a patient who has been receiving paroxetine (Paxil) for symptoms of major depression begins to behave in a confused and elated manner with the presence of restlessness, muscle jerking, and diaphoresis
The nurse should assess these symptoms as probable:
a. Neuroleptic malignant syndrome
b. Anticholinergic blockade
c. Serotonin syndrome
d. Dystonia
ANS: C
These are symptoms of serotonin syndrome, a condition that requires medical intervention. The other options are not associated with SSRI therapy.
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