Long-Term Use of Antipsychotic Drugs Can Lead to Which Severe

question 159

Multiple Choice

Long-term use of antipsychotic drugs can lead to which severe side effects?

• A) chronic headache
• B) chronic dry mouth
• C) tardive dyskinesia
• D) insanity

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Definitions:

Urinary Catheter

A tube inserted into the bladder to provide urinary drainage when an individual is unable to urinate naturally.

Health Care-Acquired Infection

An infection that a patient acquires while receiving treatment for another condition within a healthcare setting, also known as a nosocomial infection.

Aseptic Technique

The practice of preventing contamination by pathogens in medical settings through the application of strict sterile conditions.

Disinfection

The process of cleaning something, especially with a chemical, to destroy bacteria.