A patient taking an antipsychotic reports dry mouth, blurred vision and difficulty passing urine. Which adverse effect should the nurse suspect?
Correct answer: A. Anticholinergic effect
- A. Anticholinergic effect
- B. Extrapyramidal effect
- C. Serotonin syndrome
- D. Agranulocytosis
Explanation
Dry mouth, blurred vision and urinary retention are typical anticholinergic effects. Extrapyramidal effects mainly affect movement, while agranulocytosis presents with infection-related findings such as fever and sore throat.
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