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Nervous system medications ( 8 Questions)
A nurse is caring for a client who is prescribed a benzodiazepine. Which of the following assessments should the nurse prioritize?
Incorrect. Blood pressure monitoring is important but is not the priority assessment specifically related to benzodiazepines.
Incorrect. Blood glucose levels are not directly affected by benzodiazepine use and do not require prioritization in this scenario.
Correct. Benzodiazepines are central nervous system depressants that can cause respiratory depression. Therefore, monitoring the client's respiratory rate is essential to ensure adequate oxygenation and identify any signs of respiratory compromise.
Incorrect. While liver function tests may be relevant for some medications, it is not the priority assessment specifically related to benzodiazepines.
C) Correct. Benzodiazepines are central nervous system depressants that can cause respiratory depression. Therefore, monitoring the client's respiratory rate is essential to ensure adequate oxygenation and identify any signs of respiratory compromise.
A) Incorrect. Blood pressure monitoring is important but is not the priority assessment specifically related to benzodiazepines.
B) Incorrect. Blood glucose levels are not directly affected by benzodiazepine use and do not require prioritization in this scenario.
D) Incorrect. While liver function tests may be relevant for some medications, it is not the priority assessment specifically related to benzodiazepines.