Question

a patient is taking an antipsychotic medication. which symptoms would cause the nurse concern?

select all that apply.

fever
bleeding
sore throat
constipation
decreased urinary output

Explanation:

Identify critical antipsychotic adverse reactions

Fever is a hallmark sign of Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS), a life-threatening neurological emergency associated with antipsychotic use. Fever and sore throat are also primary indicators of agranulocytosis (a severe, dangerous leukopenia most famously associated with clozapine), which compromises the immune system and requires immediate medical attention.

Evaluate remaining options

Bleeding is not a standard, direct adverse effect of antipsychotic medications. Constipation and decreased urinary output are common, expected anticholinergic side effects of many antipsychotics; while they require monitoring, they do not typically cause the same level of acute clinical concern or indicate life-threatening emergencies like NMS or agranulocytosis.

Answer:

• Fever (Correct answer)
• Bleeding
• Sore throat (Correct answer)
• Constipation
• Decreased urinary output