Select all that apply — Adverse effects of benzodiazepines include: (Select all that apply.)
a. Drowsiness/hangover
b. Paradoxical agitation (especially elderly)
c. Increased reflexes and hyperactivity
d. Amnesia
What is drowsiness/hangover, paradoxical agitation, amnesia
Which sedative should not be used in patients with sleep apnea due to respiratory depression risk?
a. Zaleplon
b. All hypnotics (e.g., benzodiazepines, barbiturates)
c. Melatonin only
d. Ramelteon only
All hypnotics ( benzodiazepines, barbituates)
Select all that apply — Drugs that increase the effects of benzodiazepines include: (Select all that apply.)
a. Alcohol
b. Opioids
c. Rifampin
d. Cimetidine
Alcohol, opioids, cimetidine
Which drug’s metabolism is increased by rifampin, reducing its effect?
a. Eszopiclone and ramelteon
b. Zolpidem only
c. Flumazenil
d. Melatonin only
Eszopiclone and ramelteon
Select all that apply — Common adverse effects of nonbenzodiazepine hypnotics (Z-drugs) include: (Select all that apply.)
a. Hangover/drowsiness
b. Complex sleep behaviors (sleepwalking)
c. Dramatic weight gain within hours
d. Next-day psychomotor impairment
Hangover/drowsiness, complex sleep behaviors, and next day psychomotor impairment