Practice Question
A nurse is caring for a client who has severe manifestations of schizophrenia and is medicated PRN for agitation with haloperidol. The nurse should assess the client for which of the following adverse effects?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Dysrhythmias
Rationale:
🟢 Haloperidol can prolong the QT interval, which increases the risk of developing cardiac dysrhythmias.
🟢 It is especially important to monitor clients with cardiac conditions or who are on other QT-prolonging drugs.
🟢 ECG monitoring should be considered for clients receiving high doses or IV forms of haloperidol.
🟢 Symptoms of dysrhythmias may include dizziness, palpitations, or syncope.
🟢 This adverse effect is life-threatening and should be addressed immediately.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Mental Health
- Answer Choices: 3