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urbanoutfitters

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After administering an anxiolytic, the nurse assesses the client for adverse reactions. Which of the following would the nurse identify as a common early reaction to this group of drugs? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Headache
  B) Sedation
  C) Lightheadedness
  D) Dizziness
  E) Hypertension

Question 2

A nurse suspects that a client who is receiving lorazepam may be experiencing benzodiazepine withdrawal based on assessment of which of the following? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Anxiety
  B) Tremor
  C) Photophobia
  D) Insomnia
  E) Metallic taste


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amcvicar

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: A, B, C, D
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Common early reactions caused by anxiolytics include mild drowsiness, sedation, lightheadedness, dizziness, and headache.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A, B, C, E
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Symptoms of benzodiazepine withdrawal include increased anxiety, concentration difficulties, tremor, and sensory disturbances, such as paresthesias, photophobia, hypersomnia, and metallic taste.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Wow, this really help

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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