10 Questions
What is the annual incidence of developing a condition in patients older than 55 years?
10-20%
What is a rare side effect of neuroleptic treatment?
Agranulocytosis
What characterizes an acute dystonic reaction?
Involuntary contractions of muscles leading to abnormal movements
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of neuroleptic malignant syndrome?
Seizures
What is the term for abnormal movements resulting from neuroleptic treatment?
Tardive dyskinesia
What is a common location for muscle contractions in acute dystonic reactions?
All of the above
Which medication is associated with agranulocytosis?
Clozapine
What is a side effect of clozapine treatment?
All of the above
What is the term for a severe reaction to neuroleptic treatment?
Neuroleptic malignant syndrome
Which condition is characterized by fever, muscle rigidity, and mental status change?
Neuroleptic malignant syndrome
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