ATI Mental Health Proctored Exam - Nurselytic

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A nurse is caring for a client who has alcohol use disorder and is experiencing withdrawal. Which of the following medications should the nurse administer?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Chlordiazepoxide. This medication is a benzodiazepine used to manage alcohol withdrawal symptoms by reducing anxiety, agitation, and preventing seizures. Benzodiazepines help to stabilize the central nervous system during alcohol withdrawal, making it the appropriate choice for this client.
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A: Methadone is used for opioid withdrawal, not alcohol withdrawal.
C: Naltrexone is used for alcohol dependence treatment by reducing cravings, not for acute withdrawal symptoms.
D: Disulfiram is used as a deterrent for alcohol consumption, not for managing withdrawal symptoms.

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