Q: 52 year old diabetic patient has
onset of delirium in ICU. Patient is prescribed quetiapine. What is the
concern?
Answer: Hyperglycemia
Atypical antipsychotics, commonly used in ICU
like quetiapine, olanzapine, clozapine and others may increase blood glucose
levels, requiring more close monitoring of blood sugar.
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