A client who has received some traumatic news is panicking and asks for some medication to help settle down. The nurse anticipates giving which drug that is most appropriate for this situation?
Zolpidem
Diazepam
Cyclobenzaprine
Phenobarbital
The Correct Answer is B
B. diazepam is a benzodiazepine drug. Benzodiazepines are used in management of anxiety disorders such as panic attacks and generalized anxiety disorders. They are also as muscle relaxantss and anticonvulsants
A. Zolpidem- Hypnotic used in insomnia
C. Cyclobenzarpine is a muscle relaxant use for spasms
D. Phenobarbital- An anticonvulsant
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Correct Answer is D
Explanation
D. Fluid retention due to leakage of fluid leads to increase in weight
A. Capillary leak syndrome leads wet cough
B. Capillary leak syndrome leads to flushing but not bruising of the skin
C. leads to tachycardia due to reduced effective volume
Correct Answer is C
Explanation
C. Opioids cause constipation and therefore client should prevent is by taking high fibre intake and adequate fluid intake.
A. Opioids do not cause diarrhea
B. The drug should be taken as prescribed to avoid inadequate pain relief and overdose.
D. Opioids cause nausea and vomiting which can be worsened when taken on an empty stomach
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