A 30-year-old on risperidone for schizophrenia presents with restlessness, an inability to stay still, and severe distress. Which side effect is this?...

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A 30-year-old on risperidone for schizophrenia presents with restlessness, an inability to stay still, and severe distress. Which side effect is this?

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Akathisia

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Parkinsonism

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Tardive dyskinesia

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Acute dystonia

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Neuroleptic malignant syndrome

ukmla MCQ (SBA): Mental Health & Psychiatry

A 30-year-old on risperidone for schizophrenia presents with restlessness, an inability to stay still, and severe distress. Which side effect is this?