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littleanan · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

After teaching a group of nursing students about antianxiety drugs, the instructor determines that the teaching was successful when the students identify which as an example? Select all that apply.

A) Alprazolam
B) Buspirone
C) Hydroxyzine
D) Chlordiazepoxide
E) Lorazepam

Question 2

After teaching a group of nursing students about confusion and how it differs from dementia, the instructor determines that the teaching was successful when the students identify which of the following about delirium? Select all that apply.

A) The onset occurred suddenly.
B) Memory is significantly impaired.
C) Sensory impairment occurs.
D) Environmental changes are needed for safety.

Pamela.irrgang@yahoo.com · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: A, D, E
Feedback:
Alprazolam, chlordiazepoxide, and lorazepam are examples of benzodiazepine antianxiety drugs. Buspirone and hydroxyzine are considered nonbenzodiazepines.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A, C
Feedback:
Delirium occurs suddenly, affects the senses, and is reversible when the cause is found. In contrast, dementia occurs slowly, affects memory and judgment, and is not reversible, often requiring a change in the environment to maintain safety.