A Client Who Was Prescribed Trifluoperazine (Stelazine)2 Days Ago Presents

question 35

Multiple Choice

A client who was prescribed trifluoperazine (Stelazine) 2 days ago presents with muscle spasms of the tongue.The health care provider orders diphenhydramine (Benadryl) 50 mg IV.What is the rationale for this medication?

• A)To decrease saliva and mucous secretions
• B)To reverse the acute dystonia
• C)To prevent anaphylaxis
• D)To sedate the client