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Neuroleptic Malignant SyndromeDownloads

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1

A patient on clozapine develops fever, confusion, and muscle rigidity. CK is elevated. Most appropriate next step?

AAdd antipyretic

BContinue clozapine

CReduce dose

DStop clozapine

2

What is the primary cause of death in Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome?

ARespiratory failure

BLiver failure

CNone of the options

DDrug toxicity

3

Which of the following conditions does not cause a rise in end-tidal CO2 during thyroid surgery?

AAnaphylaxis

BThyroid storm

CNeuroleptic malignant syndrome

DMalignant hyperthermia

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