A client receiving haloperidol (Haldol) complains of a stiff jaw and difficulty swallowing. Which of the following should be the nurse’s first action
A. Reassure the client and administer as-needed lorazepam (Ativan) IM.
B. Administer as-needed dose of benztropine (Cogentin) by mouth as ordered.
C. Administer as-needed dose of benztropine (Cogentin) IM as ordered.
D. Administer as-needed dose of haloperidol (Haldol) by mout
