Benzodiazepine Side Effects Quiz
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Which of the following is a potential side effect of benzodiazepines?

  • Respiratory and CNS depression (correct)
  • Increased cognitive function
  • Reduced risk of drowsiness
  • Enhanced memory retention

What is the effect of benzodiazepines on memory?

  • Causes anterograde amnesia (correct)
  • Reduces the risk of confusion
  • Improves memory retention
  • Enhances cognitive function

Which substance can be used as an antidote for benzodiazepine overdose?

  • GABA
  • Alcohol
  • Caffeine
  • Flumazenil (correct)

A 30-year-old man suffering from insomnia needs to wake up early every day for his factory work. Select the following hypnotic agent that most suitable for his condition.

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

A 43-year-old woman often suffered from generalized anxiety disorder. She was prescribed buspirone to improve her condition. What is the advantage of buspirone over the benzodiazepine?

<p>It does not cause dependence and tolerance (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Select the correct statement about benzodiazepine and barbiturates

<p>Benzodiazepines and barbiturates enhances the GABAnergic activity (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A 22-year-old male student suffered from episodes of acute anxiety with severe distress few days prior to examination. Select the correct reason why a buspirone is not preferable.

<p>It is very slow in onset (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Select the common side effects of benzodiazepine

<p>Impairment in psychomotor function (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Select the first-line treatment for generalized anxiety disorder

<p>Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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