Which of the following adverse effects is seen when muscarinic receptors are blocked by antipsychotics?
a. tardive dyskinesia
b. tachycardia
c. xerostomia
d. weight gain
a. Tardive dyskinesia is an extrapyramidal symptom that is not always reversible and is characterized by involuntary, persistent movements of the tongue (rolling), and lips (lip smacking), lateral jaw movements, chewing movements, blinking, rocking back and forth, and facial muscle movement. Oral dyskinesias may result in bruxism, broken teeth, tongue trauma, and ulcerations.
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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