ATI LPN
LPN Pharmacology Texas University Questions
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Question 1 of 5
The nurse will administer which of the following to a hospitalized client experiencing difficulty falling asleep for short-term management of insomnia?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Zolpidem [Ambien]. Zolpidem is a sedative-hypnotic medication used for short-term management of insomnia. It acts on the GABA receptors in the brain to promote sleep. Fluoxetine (
B) is an antidepressant and not typically used for insomnia. Morphine (
C) is an opioid used for pain management, not for insomnia. Aspirin (
D) is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug used for pain relief and inflammation, not for insomnia.
Therefore, Zolpidem is the appropriate choice for a client experiencing difficulty falling asleep.
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