Benzodiazepine Tranquilizers Flashcards
1
Q
Benzodiazepine tranquilizers depress what two areas of the brain
A
hypothalamic and thalamic areas
2
Q
four uses for benzodiazepine
A
**anticonvulsant
** appetite stimulation, especially in cats
sedation
tranquilizer
3
Q
when using benzodiazepines for appetite stimulation how is it given and have what ready
A
give a tiny dose IV
have food ready
4
Q
two adverse effects of benzodiazepine
A
can cause excitement in some dogs
overwhelming CNS depression
5
Q
which benzodiazepine should never been stored in plastic syringes or bottle and why
A
diazepam
the plastic will absorb it
