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A client who has received some traumatic news is panicking and asks for some medication to help settle down. The nurse anticipates giving which drug that is most appropriate for this situation?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Diazepam. Diazepam belongs to the benzodiazepine class of medications and is commonly used to manage anxiety and panic attacks. It works by enhancing the effects of a neurotransmitter in the brain that helps calm the individual down. Zolpidem (
A) is a sedative-hypnotic primarily used for insomnia, not panic attacks. Cyclobenzaprine (
C) is a muscle relaxant and not indicated for anxiety. Phenobarbital (
D) is a barbiturate mainly used as an anticonvulsant or sedative, not for panic attacks.

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