Abstract | PRIMARY OBJECTIVE: This paper examined the use of an atypical neuroleptic medication, risperidone, in reducing the excessive motor activity of an adolescent with an anoxic brain injury following cardiac arrest from a lightning strike. Lower extremity restlessness caused the patient to develop skin breakdown and interfered with healing of existing burns. RESEARCH DESIGN: Single-blind, placebo-controlled single-subject experimental design. EXPERIMENTAL INTERVENTION: MAIN OUTCOMES AND RESULTS: The patient demonstrated a reduction in restlessness in response to the use of risperidone, which permitted wound healing. The addition of methlphenidate to risperidone led to a slight increase in attention to task. CONCLUSIONS:
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Authors | Bernard V Silver, Linda Collins, Kathryn A Zidek |
Journal | Brain injury
(Brain Inj)
Vol. 17
Issue 3
Pg. 237-44
(Mar 2003)
ISSN: 0269-9052 [Print] England |
PMID | 12623500
(Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
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Chemical References |
- Dopamine Agents
- Serotonin Antagonists
- Methylphenidate
- Amantadine
- Risperidone
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Topics |
- Adolescent
- Amantadine
(administration & dosage)
- Brain Injuries
(complications, psychology)
- Dopamine Agents
(administration & dosage)
- Drug Therapy, Combination
- Humans
- Hypoxia, Brain
(complications, psychology)
- Male
- Methylphenidate
(administration & dosage)
- Psychomotor Agitation
(drug therapy, etiology, psychology)
- Risperidone
(administration & dosage)
- Serotonin Antagonists
(administration & dosage)
- Treatment Outcome
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