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ATI Mental Health n200 Exam Group 2 Questions
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A client is admitted to a Chemical Addictions Unit to stop using alcohol and to learn about sobriety. The client asks the nurse what medication the doctor has prescribed for possible alcohol withdrawal. The nurse explains that the physician prescribed:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: oxazepam. Oxazepam belongs to the benzodiazepine class of medications commonly used to manage alcohol withdrawal symptoms by reducing anxiety, agitation, and preventing seizures. Fluoxetine (
A) is an antidepressant, not typically used for alcohol withdrawal. Buspirone (
C) is an anxiolytic but not as effective as benzodiazepines for alcohol withdrawal. Amitryptyline (
D) is a tricyclic antidepressant and not indicated for alcohol withdrawal. It's important to choose medications specifically tailored for alcohol withdrawal to ensure successful treatment.
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