The neuroleptic malignant syndrome is characterized by
High-Yield Explanation
Ref: Kaplan and Sadock&;s Synopsis of Psychiatry, 10th edition, pg no: 995Features of the Neuroleptic malignant syndrome:Increased body temperature >38degC (>100.4degF), orConfused or altered consciousnessDiaphoresis "sweat shock"Rigid musclesAutonomic imbalanceLabile hypeension Metabolic acidosis