A Client Is Prescribed Thiothixene (Navane) and Is Experiencing Muscle

question 156

Multiple Choice

A client is prescribed thiothixene (Navane) and is experiencing muscle spasms of the neck. The client is grimacing and having difficulty speaking. Which action should the nurse take?

• A) Call the health care provider and prepare to give chlorpromazine (Thorazine) IM.
• B) Distract the client to confirm the client is not faking a muscle spasm.
• C) Call the health care provider and prepare to give Benztropine.
• D) Anti-inflammatories and heat to the neck will alleviate symptoms.

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