Regarding Tranquilizers, Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE

question 62

Multiple Choice

Regarding tranquilizers, which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A)Benzodiazepine tranquilizers are used to lower anxiety and reduce tension.
• B)When tranquilizers are used at too high a dosage or for too long, addiction can occur.
• C)Large doses of Rohypnol induce short-term amnesia and sleep.
• D)Valium is ten times more potent than Rohypnol.

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