10. The client is prescribed risperidone (Risperdal) at discharge for treatment of bipolar disorder. A nurse should recognize that more teaching is needed when the client states:
10. The client is prescribed risperidone (Risperdal) at discharge for treatment of bipolar disorder. A nurse should recognize that more teaching is needed when the client states:
. "I will call the physician if I have unusual movements."
. "I will not stop the medication when my voices have gone away."
. "I will pay close attention to my weight increases."
. "I will have my liver panel drawn every month."
Test-Taking Tip
The best answer is the one that is not correct.
Content Area: Mental Health, Pharmacology; Integrated Process: Nursing Process, Evaluation; Cognitive Level: Analysis; Client Need/Subneed: Physiological Integrity/Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies/Medication Administration
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Answer 1 is incorrect because it is important that the client report this problem to the physician. Answer 2 is incorrect because the client does need to take the medication even if target symptoms are relieved. Answer 3 is incorrect because weight increase can occur with this medication. Answer 4 is correct because it is not routine for the client using risperidone (Risperdal) to have liver function tests performed.