20th June 2024

A 19-year-old female refugee presents to the emergency department with involuntary movements

A 19-year-old female refugee presents to the emergency department with involuntary movements. This has been ongoing for 2 weeks. The movements are described as abrupt, non-rhythmic, semi-purposeful and affecting both upper limbs. It becomes worse when she is emotional. She refuses to go to school and has taken to keeping herself in her bedroom due to embarrassment. She recently arrived in the UK. She reports various episodes of illness throughout a traumatic trip from Syria, with a prominent flu-like illness around 3 months ago.

What is the most appropriate treatment for her?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.