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moongchi

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A client whose work schedule is made up of unpredictable hours requests medication to be able to fall asleep quickly, yet be able to safely drive to work after 4 to 6 hours of sleep.
 
  Based on speed of onset and speed of elimination, the nurse correctly identifies the MOST appropriate medication for this client to be: a. diazepam (Valium)
  b. diphenhydramine (Benadryl)
  c. zaleplon (Sonata)
  d. zolpidem (Ambien)

Question 2

The combination of habitual patterns and distinctive individual qualities of a person that are expressed by physical and mental activities and attitudes is called ___________________ _.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word



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Based on the speed of onset and the speed of elimination, the nurse would identify zaleplon as being the most appropriate medication. Both zaleplon and zolpidem act on the GABA receptor. However, because zaleplon is eliminated from the body quicker, it is better at inducing sleep than maintaining uninterrupted sleep. Also, there are fewer symptoms upon awakening, lessening driving impairment 4 to 6 hours after the medication has been administered.

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