Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 94%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of schizophrenia. Which of the following medications should the nurse expect to administer?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
The correct answer is D: Risperidone. Risperidone is an antipsychotic medication commonly used to treat schizophrenia by helping to manage symptoms such as hallucinations and delusions. Levodopa (A) is used for Parkinson's disease, Baclofen (B) is a muscle relaxant, and Fenofibrate (C) is used to lower cholesterol. Administering any of these medications to a client with schizophrenia would not address their symptoms effectively.