Practice Question
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving treatment for alcohol detoxification. Which of the following medications should the nurse expect to administer during this phase of the client's care?
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Correct Answer:
Diazepam
Rationale:
💎 Diazepam, a benzodiazepine, is the drug of choice for managing alcohol detoxification because it helps prevent alcohol withdrawal symptoms, including seizures, tremors, and delirium tremens.
💎 It works by enhancing GABA activity, producing a calming effect on the central nervous system, which reduces hyperexcitability caused by alcohol withdrawal.
💎 Buprenorphine is used for opioid withdrawal, Varenicline for smoking cessation, and Rimonabant (no longer widely used) was for weight management.
💎 Diazepam also provides sedation and anxiety relief, promoting safer detoxification and stabilizing vital signs.
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Question Details
- Category: LPN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: LPN ATI Exams
- Domain: Mental Health
- Answer Choices: 4