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jCorn1234

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The patient tells the nurse, I am really confused after talking to my doctor. He said I would be taking different kinds of medications for my anxiety and insomnia. Will you please explain it? What is the best response by the nurse?
 
  1. You will be taking medications known as sedative-hypnotics.
  2. You will be taking medications known as antidepressants.
  3. You will be taking a medication known as paraldehyde.
  4. You will be taking medications known as barbiturates.
  5. You will be taking medications known as benzodiazepines.

Question 2

The patient tells the nurse he worries about everything all day, feels confused, restless, and just can't stop worrying. What is the best response by the nurse?
 
  1. You have generalized anxiety; I will teach you some relaxation techniques.
  2. This sounds like social anxiety. You need to calm down and you'll be fine.
  3. You have posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and it is time for your therapy session.
  4. This is called panic disorder; I'll get your medication for you.



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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1,2,5
Rationale: The three categories of medications used to treat anxiety and sleep disorders include the benzodiazepines, antidepressants, and sedative-hypnotics. Barbiturates are no longer used for anxiety or insomnia because of significant side effects and the availability of more effective medications. Paraldehyde is no longer used for anxiety or insomnia because of significant side effects and the availability of more effective medications.

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Both answers were spot on, thank you once again



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