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Redwolflake15

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A patient who has been taking flurazepam
 
  (Dalmane) for insomnia is now prescribed zolpidem (Ambien) instead. The patient asks why the prescription was changed. What is your best response?
  a. Zolpidem (Ambien) is a first-line drug for the treatment of insomnia.
  b. Flurazepam (Dalmane) is a benzodiazepine drug that can be habit-forming.
  c. Zolpidem (Ambien) is also used to treat any anxiety or stress that may contribute to your insomnia.
  d. Flurazepam (Dalmane) has both hypnotic and sedative effects that are less effective in the treatment of insomnia.

Question 2

Which problems are the two most common side effects of drugs for insomnia?
 
  a. Increased bleeding and reduced sense of taste
  b. Inability to fall asleep and stay asleep
  c. Dry mouth and drowsiness
  d. Hiccoughs and diarrhea



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Briannahope

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C




Redwolflake15

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it


alexanderhamilton

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

 

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