ScenаriоThis is the secоnd dаy оn аn inpatient psychiatric unit for M.K., a 23-year-old male displaying psychotic symptoms including auditory hallucinations, delusions of persecution, disorganized thinking, psychomotor agitation, and avolition. The physician ordered the following haloperidol (Haldol) titration: Haldol 5 mg PO twice a day on day 1. Haldol 10 mg PO twice a day on day 2. Haldol 15 mg twice a day on day 3. Haldol 20 mg twice a day on day 4. Haldol 5 mg PO q4 hours PRN not to exceed 50 mg/24 hours. Vital Signs Day 2 0800: BP lying down 122/84, standing 90/62. Pulse 88, RR 20, O2 sats 98% on RA 1700: BP sitting 134/88, standing 100/56. Pulse 90 RR 18, O2 sats 99% RA Question M.J. spends most of the day in bed with his eyes closed. He did not get up for meals today, and has difficulty holding a water cup due to the intense muscle tightening in his arms. He is due for his second dose of haloperidol (Haldol). What action should the nurse take?
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