A Patient Has Been Taking Temazepam (Restoril) for Intermittent Insomnia

question 10

Multiple Choice

A patient has been taking temazepam (Restoril) for intermittent insomnia. She calls the nurse to say that when she takes it, she sleeps well, but the next day she feels "so tired." Which explanation by the nurse is correct?

• A) "Long-term use of this drug results in a sedative effect."
• B) "If you take the drug every night, this hangover effect will be reduced."
• C) "These drugs affect the sleep cycle, resulting in daytime sleepiness."
• D) "These drugs increase the activity of the central nervous system (CNS), making you tired the next day."

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