A client has been prescribed zolpidem (Ambien) for insomnia. The client's spouse reports that the patient drives at night but does not remember it in the morning. Which of the following explains this behavior?

This is a side effect of this drug which will go away after 2 weeks.

This is a complex sleep behavior with memory loss associated with this drug.

This is a severe allergic reaction of this drug.

This means the drug is at toxic levels in your system.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

A. Zolpidem can cause complex sleep behaviors like sleep-driving, and this side effect does not necessarily resolve after 2 weeks.
B. Zolpidem can lead to complex sleep behaviors, including sleep-driving, with associated memory loss.
C. Severe allergic reactions are not typically associated with memory loss and sleep-driving.
D. Toxic levels would present with more severe symptoms and are less likely to be solely characterized by sleep-driving.

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Correct Answer is ["A","C","D"]

Explanation

A. Nitroprusside is a potent vasodilator used for rapid reduction of severe hypertension.
B. Heparin is an anticoagulant and not primarily used for immediate blood pressure control.
C. Labetalol is a beta-blocker used in hypertensive emergencies to rapidly lower blood pressure.
D. Nitroglycerin, a vasodilator, is also used to manage chest pain and lower blood pressure in hypertensive emergencies.
E. Digoxin is primarily used for heart failure and arrhythmias, not for acute blood pressure control.

A. Place sublingual tablets under the tongue until fully dissolved and do not swallow. B. Keep in original container to protect the medication from heat and light. C. Always replace the medication when past the expiration date. D. Take medication while lying or sitting and change positions slowly. E. Do not continue medication if headache results.

Correct Answer is ["A","B","C","D"]

Explanation

A. Sublingual nitroglycerin tablets should be placed under the tongue and allowed to dissolve to ensure proper absorption.
B. The medication should be kept in its original container to protect it from heat and light, which can degrade its effectiveness.
C. Nitroglycerin should be replaced regularly when it is past its expiration date to ensure its efficacy.
D. Taking nitroglycerin while lying or sitting can help prevent dizziness or fainting, and patients should change positions slowly to avoid orthostatic hypotension.
E. A headache is a common side effect of nitroglycerin, and it should not necessarily lead to discontinuation of the medication without consulting a healthcare provider.

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