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A patient with a history of resolved substance abuse and who has been pacing, disorganized, mumbling to himself, trembling, and intrusive has just been given 10 mg of PRN intramuscular diazepam (Valium) after responding threateningly to a peer who
 
  asked him to lend him money. Important nursing interventions at this point include: (Select all that apply.) a. Teach the patient about side effects and the importance of using the medication as prescribed.
  b. Monitor the patient's vital signs and behavior to determine his response to the medication.
  c. Stay with the patient to provide reassurance and support, and provide for any safety needs that might develop.
  d. Support the long-term use of benzodiazepine medications to assure that his disorder is adequately treated.
  e. Advise the patient to avoid salty foods or other sources of high levels of sodium while taking benzodiazepines.
  f. Discourage the patient from stimulating activities or substances such as basketball or caffeine.
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