Risperdal Is Used to Reduce Agitation in Patients as Well

question 79

Multiple Choice

Risperdal is used to reduce agitation in patients as well as reducing delusions, hallucinations, and thought disorders. This drug would be classified as a(n)

• A)antipsychotic.
• B)anxiolytic.
• C)antidepressant.
• D)minor tranquilizer.

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