Anxiolytics: Benzodiazepine Flashcards
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Medication Options for Anxiolytics
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Benzodiazepines Buspirone Antidepressants Beta Blockers Certain Antihistamines
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Common Uses of Benzodiazepines
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Anxiety Disorders Sleep Disorders Muscle Spasms Seizure Disorders Alcohol Withdrawal
3
Q
Common Benzodiazepines
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Alprazolam (Most addictive) Diazepam Lorazepam Chlordiazepoxide Clonazepam
4
Q
Major Differences between Benzodiazepines
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- How quickly they work
2. How long they last (half-life)
5
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How do benzodiazepines work?
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Benzodiazepines help GABA (the main inhibitory neurotransmitter) work better. They work immediately after absorption.
6
Q
Benzodiazepines work on the same receptor as what?
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Alcohol
7
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Notable Side Effects of Benzodiazepines
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Sedation
Ataxia
Impaired memory
8
Q
Precautions that should be taken with Benzodiazepines
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History of drug use
Liver Disease
Elderly
9
Q
Are benzos meant for long- or short-term?
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Short
10
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A client who has stopped taking alprazolam reports irritability, insomnia, tremors, and sweating. What is the client most likely experiencing?
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Withdrawal
