Nursing Student Class Projects (Formerly MSN)
Academic Term
Summer 7-25-2017
Document Type
Paper
Course Number
Nurs 5330
Course Name
Advanced Pathophysiology
Professor’s Name
Dr. Chovan; Sue Butz; Jim Cacchillo
Keywords
Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome, antipsychotics, rare but fatal, cardinal features
Subject Categories
Medicine and Health Sciences | Nursing
Abstract
This digital poster explains the pathophysiology behind the rare but fatal condition known as Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS). Due to the uncommon nature of NMS, this poster is geared towards education. Information regarding the underlying pathophysiology, causes, signs and symptoms, risk factors, and treatments are presented to the reader. The goal is to spread knowledge about NMS in hopes of recognizing and treating this disorder before patients are harmed.
Recommended Citation
Moomaw, Melissa, "Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome" (2017). Nursing Student Class Projects (Formerly MSN). 209.
https://digitalcommons.otterbein.edu/stu_msn/209