Asked by Th?ch Nguy?n on Jun 26, 2024
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A patient states that many of his friends told him to ask for Valium or Ativan to help him sleep while hospitalized.The nurse knows that nonbenzodiazepines (such as Ambien) are often preferred over benzodiazepines (Ativan or Valium) .Why is this?
A) Benzodiazepines are eliminated from the body faster than are nonbenzodiazepines, so they do not provide a full night of sleep.
B) Nonbenzodiazepines cause daytime sleepiness, allowing people to rest throughout the day.
C) Benzodiazepines produce daytime sleepiness and alter the sleep cycle.
D) Nonbenzodiazepines remain in the body longer than do benzodiazepines.
Benzodiazepines
A class of drugs primarily used for treating anxiety, but also used in the treatment of seizures and insomnia, known for their sedative effects.
Nonbenzodiazepines
A class of psychoactive drugs that are used in the short-term treatment of insomnia but work differently from benzodiazepines.
Daytime Sleepiness
A condition characterized by persistent sleepiness and lack of energy during the day, often a symptom of sleep disorders.
- Explain patient education practices for managing sleep disorders.
- Recognize elements influencing the quality of sleep and methods to improve it.
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Rayyan SappayaniJun 28, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Nonbenzodiazepines (such as Ambien)have a short half-life,which means that they are eliminated from the body quickly and do not cause daytime sleepiness.Ativan is a long-acting benzodiazepine and remains in the body longer than Ambien,often causing daytime sleepiness.
Learning Objectives
- Explain patient education practices for managing sleep disorders.
- Recognize elements influencing the quality of sleep and methods to improve it.