Question

A 70-year-old with advanced dementia exhibits severe agitation and psychotic symptoms. According to NICE, which antipsychotic is preferred at the lowest dose for the shortest duration if non-pharmacological measures fail?

Accepted Answer

Risperidone short-term

Answer

Haloperidol high-dose

Answer

Clozapine in the community

Answer

Long-term olanzapine

Answer

Benzodiazepines are always preferred

Practice question

A 70-year-old with advanced dementia exhibits severe agitation and psychotic symptoms. According to NICE, which antipsychotic is preferred at the lowest dose for the shortest duration if non-pharmacological measures fail?