An Adult Diagnosed with Schizophrenia Was Started on Clozapine 4

question 25

Multiple Choice

An adult diagnosed with schizophrenia was started on clozapine 4 days ago.At 2100 today, the patient's vital signs are temperature 101°F; pulse 143 beats/min; respirations 20 breaths/min; blood pressure 100/60 mm Hg.What is the nurse's best action regarding the 2100 dose of clozapine?

• A) Recognize the alterations in vital signs as typical for early therapy, and administer the medication.
• B) Hold the medication, and notify the health care provider.
• C) Give the drug and continue to monitor vital signs every 4 hours.
• D) Postpone the dose until vital signs are normal.

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