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The PMHNP is considering prescribing an antipsychotic agent for a 79-year-old man with moderate-stage Alzheimer’s dementia who is beginning to exhibit aggressive behavior towards his family. Prior to starting treatment, the PMHNP counsels the family that the medication is associated with: QID: 3661797Mark For Review Increased risk of wandering. Accelerated cognitive decline. Increased mortality rate. Diminished vocal communication.

Name: the pmhnp is considering prescribing an antipsychotic agent for a 79 year old man with moderate stage alzheimers dementia who is beginning to exhibit aggressive behavior towards his family p 39439
Uploaded: 2022-06-30T14:10:06-08:00
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Description: the pmhnp is considering prescribing an antipsychotic agent for a 79 year old man with moderate stage alzheimers dementia who is beginning to exhibit aggressive behavior towards his family p 39439

          The PMHNP is considering prescribing an antipsychotic agent for a 79-year-old man with moderate-stage Alzheimer’s dementia who is beginning to exhibit aggressive behavior towards his family. Prior to starting treatment, the PMHNP counsels the family that the medication is associated with:
QID: 3661797Mark For Review
Increased risk of wandering.
Accelerated cognitive decline.
Increased mortality rate.
Diminished vocal communication.

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06/30/2022

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- Antipsychotic medications are known to have various side effects, especially in elderly patients, including those with Alzheimer's dementia. These side effects can impact the patient's overall health and quality of life. Show more…

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The PMHNP is considering prescribing an antipsychotic agent for a 79-year-old man with moderate-stage Alzheimer’s dementia who is beginning to exhibit aggressive behavior towards his family. Prior to starting treatment, the PMHNP counsels the family that the medication is associated with: QID: 3661797Mark For Review Increased risk of wandering. Accelerated cognitive decline. Increased mortality rate. Diminished vocal communication.