Which of the following terms describes a potentially irreversible neurological side effect of antipsychotic drugs in which there are involuntary repetitious movements of the face, limbs, and trunk?
A. Dystonia
B. Akathisia
C. Tardive dyskinesia
D. Anxiety

Respuesta :

Answer:

C. Tardive dyskinesia

Explanation:

Tardive dyskinesia -

It refers to the side effect of the antipsychotic medications , known as the tardive dyskinesia .

The antipsychotic medications are given for the treatment of schizophrenia and various other mental disorders .

The symptoms of tardive dyskinesia is -

Movements of the body and face , which includes unnecessary movements of the tongue , eyes , arms .

Hence , from the given scenario of the question ,

The correct answer is C. Tardive dyskinesia .