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    ATI nurs 180 Pharmacology Final Proctored Exam

    The nurse is caring for a client who has begun to take sertraline (Zoloft) for newly diagnosed depression. Which of the following conditions is associated with an overdose of this medication class?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Tardive dyskinesia is primarily associated with long-term use of antipsychotics, not SSRIs like sertraline. B. Serotonin syndrome is a serious condition that can occur with overdose or interaction of SSRIs, leading to symptoms such as agitation, confusion, rapid heart rate, and increased muscle tone. C. Hypertensive emergency is not typically associated with SSRIs; it is more related to the use of MAOIs and certain foods. D. Extrapyramidal syndrome is also primarily linked to antipsychotics rather than SSRIs and would not be a concern with sertraline use.

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