{"id":143058,"date":"2024-09-22T19:33:45","date_gmt":"2024-09-22T19:33:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/learnexams.com\/blog\/?p=143058"},"modified":"2024-09-22T19:33:47","modified_gmt":"2024-09-22T19:33:47","slug":"a-client-with-psychosis-who-is-receiving-an-antipsychotic-medication-is-continuously-rubbing-the-back-of-the-neck","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.learnexams.com\/blog\/2024\/09\/22\/a-client-with-psychosis-who-is-receiving-an-antipsychotic-medication-is-continuously-rubbing-the-back-of-the-neck\/","title":{"rendered":"A client with psychosis who is receiving an antipsychotic medication is continuously rubbing the back of the neck."},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>A client with psychosis who is receiving an antipsychotic medication is continuously rubbing the back of the neck. Which nursing intervention is best for the nurse to implement?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A.<br>Obtain an extra pillow for the client to use at night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>B.<br>Provide the client with a heating pad to place around the neck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>C.<br>Give PRN prescription for benztropine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>D.<br>Obtain a prescription for physical therapy services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-ast-global-color-6-color\">The Correct answer and Explanation is:<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The correct answer is <strong>C. Give PRN prescription for benztropine.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Explanation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In the context of a client with psychosis receiving antipsychotic medication, the continuous rubbing of the back of the neck may indicate the development of acute dystonia or other extrapyramidal symptoms (EPS), which are common side effects associated with antipsychotic drugs, especially first-generation antipsychotics. These symptoms can include muscle stiffness, spasms, and other involuntary movements. Benztropine is an anticholinergic medication that is effective in treating such symptoms by restoring the balance between dopamine and acetylcholine in the central nervous system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s analyze the other options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A. Obtain an extra pillow for the client to use at night.<\/strong> While comfort is important, this intervention does not address the underlying issue of potential muscle spasms or dystonia. It may not provide any therapeutic benefit for the rubbing of the neck, which is likely related to muscle tension or discomfort.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>B. Provide the client with a heating pad to place around the neck.<\/strong> This option may provide temporary relief but does not address the root cause of the symptoms. While heat can be soothing, it does not treat the neurological imbalance that may be causing the discomfort.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>D. Obtain a prescription for physical therapy services.<\/strong> Physical therapy might be beneficial for overall mobility and strength, but it is not the immediate intervention needed for acute dystonia or other EPS. It would take time to arrange, while benztropine can provide rapid relief.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In summary, administering benztropine as a PRN medication directly targets the possible acute dystonia the client may be experiencing due to antipsychotic treatment. Quick intervention is crucial to prevent the escalation of symptoms and improve the client&#8217;s comfort and overall mental health status. Thus, option C is the most appropriate nursing intervention in this scenario.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A client with psychosis who is receiving an antipsychotic medication is continuously rubbing the back of the neck. Which nursing intervention is best for the nurse to implement? A.Obtain an extra pillow for the client to use at night. B.Provide the client with a heating pad to place around the neck. 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