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Asked by Harman Sekhon on Jun 02, 2024

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A patient diagnosed with schizophrenia has taken fluphenazine (Prolixin) 5 mg orally twice daily for 3 weeks. The nurse now assesses a shuffling, propulsive gait; a masklike face; and drooling. Which term applies to these symptoms?

A) Neuroleptic malignant syndrome
B) Hepatocellular effects
C) Pseudoparkinsonism
D) Akathisia

Pseudoparkinsonism

A condition that mimics the symptoms of Parkinson's disease, such as tremor and rigidity, often caused by medication side effects.

Propulsive Gait

A type of walking characterized by a tendency to fall forward rapidly with quick, small steps, often seen in Parkinson's disease.

Fluphenazine

An antipsychotic medication used in the treatment of schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders.

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Prabin MallickJun 03, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Pseudoparkinsonism induced by antipsychotic medication mimics the symptoms of Parkinson disease. It frequently appears within the first month of treatment. Hepatocellular effects would produce abnormal liver test results. Neuroleptic malignant syndrome is characterized by autonomic instability. Akathisia produces motor restlessness.

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