A Patient Taking an FGA Medication Develops Severe Parkinsonism and Is

question 11

Multiple Choice

A patient taking an FGA medication develops severe parkinsonism and is treated with amantadine [Symmetrel]. The amantadine is withdrawn 2 months later, and the parkinsonism returns. The nurse will expect the provider to:

• A) give anticholinergic medications.
• B) make a diagnosis of idiopathic parkinsonism.
• C) resume the amantadine indefinitely.
• D) try a second-generation antipsychotic (SGA).

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Definitions:

Inhaler

A medical device used for delivering medication into the body via the lungs, commonly used in the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Pulmonary Secretions

Fluids produced by the lungs, including mucus and other substances, that can become problematic if not cleared, such as in certain diseases or conditions.

Percussion

A diagnostic technique used in medicine involving the tapping on a surface to determine the underlying structure's condition by the sound produced.

Vibrates

Produces rapid motions back and forth or up and down in small movements.