The nurse is preparing to administer haloperidol to a client. The nurse understands that this medication is prescribed to treat which of the following?
The nurse is preparing to administer haloperidol to a client. The nurse understands that this medication is prescribed to treat which of the following?
A. dementia
[2%]
B. schizophrenia
[84%]
C. major depressive disorder
[5%]
D. bipolar disorder
[9%]
Statistics
Subject/Lesson
Subject
Pharmacology
Lesson
Psychiatric Medications
Client Need
Test Plan
Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies
Related Topic
Expected Actions/Outcomes
Item Type
Item Type
Knowledge/Comprehension
Explanation
Choice B is correct. Haloperidol is a typical (first-generation) antipsychotic that is indicated for schizophrenia. Typical antipsychotics, such as haloperidol, may raise the client's risk for extrapyramidal symptoms (EPS).
Choices A, C, and D are incorrect. Haloperidol is an antipsychotic used to treat schizophrenia. This medication is not used to treat dementia, an irreversible condition causing cognitive decline. Major depressive disorder is treated with antidepressants such as fluoxetine or sertraline. Bipolar disorder is treated with mood stabilizers such as lithium.
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