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A 40-year-old patient with schizophrenia is started on risperidone. His GP recommends regular monitoring. What parameters should be monitored?

A. Serum calcium
B. Thyroid function tests
C. Liver function tests
D. Vitamin D levels
E. Blood glucose and lipids
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A 25-year-old man with schizophrenia is started on risperidone. After a few weeks, he develops gynecomastia and galactorrhea. What is the most likely cause of these symptoms?

A. Hyperprolactinemia
B. Diabetes insipidus
C. Hypothyroidism
D. Cushing syndrome
E. Adrenal insufficiency
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A 35-year-old patient with schizophrenia is on risperidone and develops QT prolongation on ECG. What is the next step?

A. Switch to clozapine.
B. Start a beta-blocker.
C. Discontinue risperidone.
D. Monitor ECG regularly.
E. Reduce the dose of risperidone.
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