A Client Who Has Been Taking Buspirone (BuSpar)as Prescribed for 2

question 13

Multiple Choice

A client who has been taking buspirone (BuSpar) as prescribed for 2 days is close to discharge.Which statement indicates to the nurse that the client has an understanding of important discharge teaching?

• A) "I cannot drink any alcohol with this medication."
• B) "It is going to take 2 to 3 weeks in order for me to begin to feel better."
• C) "This drug causes physical dependence, and I need to strictly follow doctor's orders."
• D) "I can't take this medication with food. It needs to be taken on an empty stomach."

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Definitions:

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