Barbiturates have which common adverse effect(s)? (Select all ...

[Redwolflake15]

Barbiturates have which common adverse effect(s)? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Residual daytime sedation
  b. Headache
  c. Hyperactivity
  d. Blurred vision
  e. Impaired coordination

Question 2

What can occur as a result of rapid withdrawal from long-term use of barbiturate therapy? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Anxiety
  b. Delirium
  c. Weakness
  d. Grand mal seizures
  e. Severe pain

[kristenb95]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, B, D, E
The long half-life of a barbiturate medication often causes residual daytime sedation. Headache is a general adverse effect of barbiturates. Blurred vision is an adverse effect associated with the hypnotic dosages of long-acting barbiturates. Impaired coordination is an adverse effect of barbiturates. Hyperactivity is not generally an adverse effect of barbiturates unless the patient is experiencing a paradoxical response.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, C, D
Anxiety, delirium, weakness, and grand mal seizures can be symptoms of rapid withdrawal from long-term use of barbiturate therapy. Severe pain is not a symptom of rapid withdrawal from long-term use of barbiturate therapy.

[Redwolflake15]

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