benzo Flashcards
1
Q
name examples of benzos?
A
diazepam / lorazepam
2
Q
route of intake of benzo
A
injested orally
3
Q
How does a patient on benzos present
A
- euphoric /disinhibited
- sedated and reduced consciousness
- slurred speech
4
Q
What are the clinical features of benzo used?
A
- anterograde amnesia
- unsteady gait
- nystagmus
- respiratory depression
5
Q
Mx of benzodiazepine abuse
A
- convert to diazepam equix dose
2. gradually withdraw over 8 weeks
