A client with schizophrenia, prescribed an antipsychotic medication, develops sudden, severe muscle spasms of the neck and back, causing an arched posture. The nurse recognizes this as which extrapyramidal symptom?
✓ Correct Answer: Option B
Dystonia is characterized by sudden, sustained muscle contractions, often affecting the neck (torticollis) and back (opisthotonus). It is an acute extrapyramidal symptom requiring immediate intervention.
📚 About This NCLEX-RN Exam Prep Practice Question
This 2-level NCLEX-RN Exam Prep question from the Psychosocial Integrity topic is part of BrainForge Quiz's free exam preparation library. Each question includes the correct answer and a detailed explanation to help you understand the underlying concept, not just memorize the answer.
How to use this page: Read the question above, consider all four options (A through D), then check the highlighted correct answer and explanation. For active timed practice, start a free NCLEX-RN Exam Prep practice test or use flashcards for spaced repetition review.