Neuroleptic malignant syndrome
Topic: Mental health
A rare but life-threatening reaction to antipsychotic drugs that can occur at any time during treatment. High fever, muscle rigidity, altered mental status, autonomic instability (tachycardia, labile blood pressure, sweating) and a raised creatine kinase are typical. Hold the antipsychotic and notify the prescriber at once; cool the client, support hydration and closely monitor vital signs and electrolytes, as acute kidney failure can occur.
- Also known as:
- NMS
- In Turkish:
- Nöroleptik malign sendrom
What does Neuroleptic malignant syndrome mean?
Neuroleptic malignant syndrome is part of the Mental health topic in nursing. Students meet it in class, on clinical placements and while preparing for exams.
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