A nurse is preparing to administer an anxiolytic drug. The nurse ...

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A nurse is preparing to administer an anxiolytic drug. The nurse integrates knowledge of this group of drugs, understanding that the drugs can be used in the management of which of the following conditions? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Alcohol withdrawal
  B) Diabetic neuropathy
  C) Seizures
  D) Panic attacks
  E) Hypertension

Question 2

The nurse is reviewing the medication record of a client who is prescribed a nonbenzodiazepine. Which of the following would the nurse expect to find? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Alprazolam
  B) Buspirone
  C) Hydroxyzine
  D) Chlordiazepoxide
  E) Doxepin

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Answer to Question 1

Ans: A, C, D
Feedback:
Anxiolytic drugs can be used in the management of anxiety disorder, panic attacks, convulsions, seizures, and alcohol withdrawal and for preanesthetic sedation and muscle relaxation.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B, C, E
Feedback:
Buspirone, doxepin, and hydroxyzine are examples of nonbenzodiazepine antianxiety drugs. Alprazolam and chlordiazepoxide are benzodiazepines.

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