The Best Benzodiazepine for Elderly Patients Would Be One Less

question 4

Multiple Choice

The best benzodiazepine for elderly patients would be one less reliant on the liver for metabolizing like

• A)alprazolam
• B)oxazepam
• C)diazepam
• D)chlordiazepoxide

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Neural Circuits

Networks of neurons interconnected to perform specific functions within the nervous system.

Glial Cells

Cells in the nervous system that support, protect, and nourish neurons, playing a key role in maintaining homeostasis and forming myelin.

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Comprises various cells, including neurons and glial cells, responsible for processing and transmitting information throughout the body.

Huntington Disease

A genetic disorder characterized by the progressive breakdown of nerve cells in the brain, leading to movement disorders, cognitive decline, and psychiatric symptoms.