ATI RN
ATI RN Mental Health 2023 with NGN Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing new prescriptions for a client who is experiencing acute manifestations of alcohol withdrawal. Which of the following medications should the nurse expect the provider to prescribe for this client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Chlordiazepoxide. This medication is a benzodiazepine used to manage acute alcohol withdrawal symptoms by reducing anxiety, tremors, and seizures. It acts on GABA receptors to provide sedative effects. Buprenorphine (
B) is used for opioid dependence, not alcohol withdrawal. Bupropion (
C) is an antidepressant and smoking cessation aid, not indicated for alcohol withdrawal. Disulfiram (
D) is used as a deterrent to alcohol consumption, not for managing withdrawal symptoms.
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