Practice Question
A nurse is collecting data from client who has just begun therapy with alprazolam to treat anxiety. The nurse should observe the client for which of the following adverse effects of this medication?
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Correct Answer:
Sedation
Rationale:
💤 Alprazolam, a benzodiazepine, enhances the effects of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) in the brain, leading to central nervous system (CNS) depression.
💤 One of the most common adverse effects is sedation, which may present as drowsiness, fatigue, or impaired coordination, especially when therapy is initiated or the dose is increased.
💤 Sedation can impair safety, particularly in older adults, increasing the risk of falls and confusion, and should be closely monitored.
💤 Clients should be taught to avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until they understand how the medication affects them.
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Question Details
- Category: LPN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: LPN ATI Exams
- Domain: Pharmacology
- Answer Choices: 4