
A nurse is caring for a 9-year-old patient and has received an order for diazepam (Valium) 10 mg given orally q.i.d. D ~ Patients may become tolerant to Valium. The client may develop tolerance after prolonged use. The medication may be taken concurrently with other benzodiazepines.ĭ. The medication is effective in aiding clients with suicidal ideations.Ĭ. The medication causes high levels of energy and activity.ī. Which information would be included in the teaching plan?Ī. The nurse is teaching the client about her medication. A client is ordered to receive diazepam (Valium). Adverse effects of this drug include depression and suicidal ideation. Ramelteon is also new it is used as a hypnotic.

Dexmedetomidine is a new hypnotic drug used in the intensive care unit for mechanically ventilated patients. Phenobarbital, a barbiturate, would further depress the body functions of this patient.


What antidote will the nurse most likely administer?ĭ) Ramelteon (Rozerem) C ~ Flumazenil is an antidote to benzodiazepine overdose and is administered to reverse the effects of benzodiazepines when used for anesthesia. Which characteristics are shared by diazepam (Valium) and phenobarbital (Luminal)? (Select all that apply.) - Potential for hangover- Potential for abuse - Use for seizure control A patient arrives at the emergency room after attempting suicide by taking an entire bottle of diazepam.
