A 55-year-old with schizophrenia is on risperidone and experiences persistent restlessness, feeling unable to stay still. What is this side effect cal...

Question

A 55-year-old with schizophrenia is on risperidone and experiences persistent restlessness, feeling unable to stay still. What is this side effect called?

Accepted Answer

Akathisia

Answer

Dystonia

Answer

Parkinsonism

Answer

Tardive dyskinesia

Answer

Neuroleptic malignant syndrome

MCQ (SBA): Mental Health & Psychiatry

A 55-year-old with schizophrenia is on risperidone and experiences persistent restlessness, feeling unable to stay still. What is this side effect called?