Antianxiety Medications and Patient Education

<p>The possible interaction with other medications. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It can be discouraging for the patient and undermine their motivation. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To empower the patient and their support system to manage anxiety effectively. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To facilitate communication and support for the patient. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They are meant to be reviewed with the patient and their support system. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Benzodiazepines may increase risk for birth defects. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Signs of withdrawal. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Blood glucose levels are not relevant in anxiety evaluation. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Benzodiazepines may exert pharmacologic effects on breastfed infants. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Benzodiazepines should typically be avoided during the first trimester. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Both B and C (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Control of itching in allergic reactions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Psychological evaluation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They should not be administered in the first trimester. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Elimination of obsessive compulsive thoughts (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Substance abuse history (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They can enter breast milk. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Blood glucose level should be assessed. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dizziness and nervousness (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A patient experiencing recent anxiety reactions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Expect potential dizziness upon standing. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It has minimal potential for abuse. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It can enhance the effects requiring a larger dose. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They do not have CNS depression effects, but the combination remains risky. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Long-term anxiety often requires a different class of medications. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Typically within 1-2 weeks (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>History of precipitation stressors (A), Psychological evaluation (B), Medication history (C), Physical examination (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Complaining of chest pain before group therapy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Alcohol (A), Hypnotics (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Control of itching in allergic reactions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The patient is able to engage in group therapy and experiences a decrease in somatic symptoms (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To reduce anxiety to a manageable level (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Reduce anxiety and the need for postoperative analgesia (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Increased alertness and focus (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>1 month (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Oxazepam (Serax) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Fluvoxamine (Luvox) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The patient's anxiety is exacerbated by family gatherings. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They primarily work by reducing anxiety to a manageable level. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Chlordiazepoxide (Librium) (B), Clorazepate (Tranxene) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Patient is unable to participate in group therapy conversations. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Hydroxyzine (Vistaril) (A), Lorazepam (Ativan) (B), Buspirone (BuSpar) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Improving strategies to manage anxiety symptoms effectively.

Need for a substance due to psychological factors, often harder to treat.

Professional treatment is necessary for managing psychological drug dependence.

Essential guidance provided about medication usage and monitoring.

A system for tracking patient's behaviors related to medication effects.

Engaging family members in discussions about a patient's treatment plan.

Documentation given to patients for reference after discharge.

Warnings about possible side effects or risks associated with azaspirone medications.

Combining alcohol with CNS depressants can enhance drowsiness and dizziness.

Patients may experience dizziness, nervousness, drowsiness, and lightheadedness.

Azaspirones have minimal potential for abuse or addiction.

Patients with recent anxiety reactions respond quickly to benzodiazepines.

Long-term anxiety is better treated with SSRIs like Zoloft, not benzodiazepines.

Patients should be warned about dizziness when rising to stand after taking alprazolam.

Buspirone has minimal abuse potential compared to other anxiety medications.

Signs of improvement with buspirone typically take longer than 3 days.

Antianxiety medications should be gradually tapered over 1 month before discontinuation.

Oxazepam is the benzodiazepine of choice for anxiety during alcohol withdrawal.

Fluvoxamine is the drug of choice for treating obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD).

After 1 week on alprazolam, patients should report decreased anxiety and improved functioning.

Oxazepam and lorazepam have no active metabolites, making them safer for liver issues.

Benzodiazepines are used to manage anxiety disorders effectively.

A validating outcome for anxiety therapy is improved sleep and activity interest.

Medications that counteract allergic reactions and have sedative effects.

Withdrawal from antianxiety medications should always be supervised by a health care provider.

Hydroxyzine reduces anxiety, controls itching, and prevents vomiting.

Benzodiazepines can cross into breast milk and fetal circulation, posing risks.

Assessment includes physical exam, psychological evaluation, and substance abuse history.

Alcohol, antihistamines, and sedatives can cause increased sedation with benzodiazepines.

Vitamins do not impair psychomotor function when taken with benzodiazepines.

Hydroxyzine alleviates pre-surgery anxiety while minimizing the need for other sedatives.

Benzodiazepines readily cross into fetal circulation and breast milk.

Measures indicating improvement in anxiety management such as improved sleep and participation in therapy.

Decreased anxiety levels allowing for adequate rest, nourishment, and participation in therapy.

Alcohol, antihistamines, analgesics, sedatives, and hypnotics can amplify the effects of benzodiazepines.

Along with anxiety relief, hydroxyzine helps reduce the need for sedation and controls itching and vomiting.

Evaluative approaches including physical examination, psychological evaluation, and history of stressors.

Physical symptoms, such as chest pain, that arise from emotional stress.

Antihistamines can enhance sedation effects when taken with benzodiazepines.

Improved appetite signifies decreased anxiety in patients.

Benzodiazepines may cause birth defects and withdrawal symptoms in infants.

Benzodiazepines readily cross into breast milk, affecting infants.

Benzodiazepines can enter fetal circulation, impacting development.

Evaluate anxiety patients through physical, psychological assessments, and histories.

Infants exposed to benzodiazepines may show withdrawal signs after birth.