An Agitated, Extremely Anxious Patient Is Brought to the Emergency

question 6

Multiple Choice

An agitated, extremely anxious patient is brought to the emergency department. The prescriber orders a benzodiazepine. The nurse understands that benzodiazepines are used in this clinical situation based on which principle?

• A) Benzodiazepines have a very short half-life.
• B) Physical dependence is not a risk when taking benzodiazepines.
• C) Benzodiazepines are known to cure generalized anxiety.
• D) Benzodiazepines have a rapid onset of action.

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