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A patient experiences a sudden episode of severe anxiety. Of these medications in the patient's medical record, which is most appropriate to give as a prn anxiolytic?
a.   buspirone (BuSpar)   c.   amitriptyline (Elavil)
b.   lorazepam (Ativan)   d.   desipramine (Norpramin)
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Varcarolis' Foundations of Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing: A Clinical Approach

Varcarolis' Foundations of Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing: A Clinical Approach


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Lorazepam is a benzodiazepine used to treat anxiety. It may be given as a prn medication. Buspirone is long acting and is not useful as a prn drug. Amitriptyline and desipramine are tricyclic antidepressants and considered second- or third-line agents.
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Wow! Couldn't have asked for a better explanation. Bye for now Smiling Face with Open Mouth
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Glad you appreciate the effort!
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