Asked by Takuya Miyaishi on May 22, 2024
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A patient experiences a sudden episode of severe anxiety. Of these medications in the patient's medical record, which is most appropriate to give as a prn anxiolytic?
A) buspirone
B) lorazepam
C) amitriptyline
D) desipramine
Anxiolytic
A drug or substance that helps to reduce anxiety.
Amitriptyline
A type of antidepressant medication primarily used to treat symptoms of depression, also helpful in managing pain and improving sleep.
Lorazepam
A benzodiazepine medication used to treat anxiety disorders, insomnia, and provide sedation.
- Understand the use of pharmacological interventions in managing anxiety.
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Jasmeen SidhuMay 26, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Lorazepam is a benzodiazepine used to treat anxiety. It may be given as a prn medication. Buspirone is long acting and is not useful as a prn drug. Amitriptyline and desipramine are tricyclic antidepressants and considered second- or third-line agents.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the use of pharmacological interventions in managing anxiety.