Asked by
Bhattarai Santosh
on Nov 26, 2024Verified
All of the following are potential side effects of antipsychotic drugs except that they ________.
A) can induce tardive dyskinesia over time
B) can lead to weight gain in patients
C) may cause blurred vision
D) lead to disturbing thought patterns
Antipsychotic Drugs
Medications used to treat psychotic disorders, such as schizophrenia, by altering brain chemistry to improve symptoms.
Tardive Dyskinesia
A neurological disorder characterized by involuntary, repetitive body movements, often resulting from long-term use of certain psychiatric drugs.
Blurred Vision
A common visual symptom indicating the lack of sharpness in seeing, leading to the inability to see fine details.
- Acquire insight into the multiple pharmacological methods for mental health care and their effects on physical well-being.
- Recognize the side effects and potential risks associated with different psychotropic medications.
Verified Answer
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Learning Objectives
- Acquire insight into the multiple pharmacological methods for mental health care and their effects on physical well-being.
- Recognize the side effects and potential risks associated with different psychotropic medications.