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    ATI PN Pharmacology 2020 Proctored Exam

    A nurse is collecting data from a client who has been taking diazepam several times per day but recently ran out of the medication.Which of the following findings should the nurse recognize as a manifestation of withdrawal from diazepam?

    Explanation & Rationale

    Choice A rationale:Hypotension is not typically a symptom of withdrawal from diazepam. Withdrawal from diazepam, a benzodiazepine, usually results in symptoms opposite to its therapeutic effects.Choice B rationale:Drowsiness is not a symptom of withdrawal from diazepam. In fact, insomnia or difficulty sleeping may occur during withdrawal.Choice C rationale:Anorexia or loss of appetite may occur during withdrawal from some substances but it’s not typically associated with benzodiazepine withdrawal.Choice D rationale:Tremors are a common symptom of withdrawal from diazepam. Other symptoms can include anxiety, restlessness, irritability, and even seizures in severe cases.

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