A client who takes an intermediate- or long-acting hypnotic agent complains to the nurse of experiencing residual drowsiness and impaired reaction time on awakening. The nurse recognizes that the client is most likely experiencing which issue?
a. Hangover
b. Dependence
c. Tolerance
d. Depression
Question 2
A client tells the nurse that she no longer wants to take hypnotic agents prescribed to help her sleep. The nurse's instructions are based on the premise that abruptly discontinuing a high dose of hypnotic taken over a long period may lead to which issue?
a. Drug dependence
b. Drug tolerance
c. Withdrawal symptoms
d. Hypnotic rebound
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