A patient on antipsychotic for past 4 weeks is brought to the emergency with complaint of acute onset of fever, excessive sweating, confusion, rigidity of limbs and decreased communication. Examination reveals temperature of 104°F; P/R – 120/min, BP-150/100 with disorientation. What is the most probable diagnosis –
A patient on antipsychotic for past 4 weeks is brought to the emergency with complaint of acute onset of fever, excessive sweating, confusion, rigidity of limbs and decreased communication. Examination reveals temperature of 104°F; P/R – 120/min, BP-150/100 with disorientation. What is the most probable diagnosis –
💡 Explanation
A patient on antipsychotic for past 4 weeks is brought to the emergency with complaint of acute onset of fever, excessive sweating, confusion, rigidity of limbs and decreased communication. Examination reveals temperature of 104°F; P/R - 120/min, BP-150/100 with disorientation. What is the most probable diagnosis -
✓ Correct Answer: D. Neurolept malignant syndrome
📤 Share this MCQ
Share Card Preview
👆 1080x1080 square card — fills the full width in WhatsApp and Telegram