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PHARM-Benzodiazepine
Study Cards
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Indications for Benzodiazepines | Antianxiety, Anticonvulsant, Sedation |
| Suffix for Benzodiazepines | -pam, -lam, -zam |
| Other identifier? | -aze- or -azo- in the middle of the generic name |
| Common Side Effects | Drowsiness, Lethargy, Ataxia, Depression, Restlessness, Slurred Speech, Bradycardia, Hypotension, Diplopia (Double Vision), Nystagmus (involuntary eye movement), N/V, Constipation, Incontinence, Urinary Retention, Respiratory Depression, Rash, Urticaria |
| Nursing Interventions | Monitor Respirations, Monitor Liver Function, Monitor Kidney Function, Monitor bone marrow function (or WBC count), Monitor for s/s chemical abuse. (Consider how to respond re: addiction. Remember, these drugs have high abuse potential) |
| What are you most concerned about before administering this medication - blood pressure or respiratory status? | Respiratory Depression |
| Name some Benzodiazepines | Clonazepam (Klonopin) Diazepam (Valium) Chlordiazepoxide (Librium) Lorazepam (Ativan) Flurazepam (Dalmane) |