Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 63%
Simulated
A client with schizophrenia returns to the clinic two weeks after receiving a prescription for haloperidol. To assess for neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS), which information is most important for the nurse to obtain during this visit?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, heart rate, and respiratory rate, are crucial in assessing for NMS as it typically presents with changes in these parameters. Other options are less specific to NMS.