Author Question: The patient is receiving clonazepam (Klonopin) for the treatment of panic attacks. What is an ... (Read 23 times)

dollx · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

The patient is receiving clonazepam (Klonopin) for the treatment of panic attacks. What is an important medication outcome for this patient as it relates to safety?

1. The patient will verbalize the signs of developing Stevens-Johnson rash.
2. The patient will verbalize the importance of diet restrictions related to this drug.
3. The patient will verbalize the importance of having routine blood work done.
4. The patient will verbalize the consequences of stopping the drug abruptly.

Question 2

An individual who has difficulty sleeping due to two final examinations scheduled for the same day later in the week most likely would be suffering from

1. situational anxiety.
2. social anxiety.
3. obsessive-compulsive disorder.
4. performance anxiety.

sarahccccc · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 4
Rationale: Abrupt discontinuation of clonazepam (Klonopin) can result in serious withdrawal symptoms. There aren't any diet restrictions with the use of clonazepam (Klonopin). Routine blood work is not required with the use of clonazepam (Klonopin). Stevens-Johnson rash is not a side effect of clonazepam (Klonopin).

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1
Rationale: The final examination is a temporary event that is the cause of the anxiety. Once the examination is over, it is likely that the situational anxiety will end. Social anxiety is a fear of crowds. Performance anxiety is frequently referred to as stage fright. Although the situation presented required the student to perform on the exam, it is best defined as situational anxiety.