Benzodiazepines
& Anoxlytics
Barbituates & Muscle Relaxants
Sedatives & Hypnotics
Anxiety & Insomnia
Pharmacology 2
100

This neurotransmitter is effected by benzodiazepines.

What is the Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) neurotransmitter? 

100

This is a common adverse effect of barbituates.

What is describing a "hangover feeling"?

100

These are adverse effects to monitor for with use of sedatives or hypnotics. 

What is: complaints of a "hangover feeling" increased lethargy or complex sleep behavior? 

100

This is an intense fear of a specific object or situation.

What is a phobia? 

100

This is the course coordinator who can be contacted with any issues related to the course.

Who is Professor LaMarre :) ?

200

This medication may cause orthostatic hypotension.

What is Clonazepam (Klonopin)?

200

In addition to treating anxiety, barbituates may also have this use.

What is short surgical procedures? 

200

This sedative is recommended for short term management of insomnia.

What is Zolpidem (Ambien)? 

200

This is the priority action as the nurse when a patient is having a panic attack. 

What is stay with the patient? 

200

These are due by 1PM on Mondays.

What are Blackboard Pre-tests?

300

This medication may be used to reverse an overdose of Lorazepam.

What is Flumazenil (Romazicon)? 

300

This medication may be prescribed for patients experiencing back pain related to their anxiety.  

What is Baclofen (Lioresal)? 

*Credit also for Dantrolene (Dantrium) 

300

This is the difference between sedatives and hypnotics. 

What is sedatives increase relaxation while hypnotics produce sleep? 

300

These are nonpharmacological interventions for insomnia.

What is: back massage, dimming lights, avoiding caffeine, turning off tv, etc.? 

300

These are due the Saturday following class by 11:59PM.

What are Blackboard Quizzes? 

400

This medication should not be prescribed to children or teenagers.

What is Buspirone (Buspar)?

400

A muscle relaxant may be utilized in the event of this surgical emergency.

What is malignant hypothermia? 

400

This may be a reason benzodiazepines are prescribed instead of a sedative/hypnotic.

What is insomnia may be caused by anxiety, benzodiazepines also may have a sedative effect? 

400

This is a condition we are concerned for what a patient complains of frequent wakings and inability to fall back asleep. 

What is sleep apnea? 

400

These will be taken on ExamSoft in person during class time.

What are Unit Exams?

500

These instructions should be given to patients starting a benzodiazepine.

What is: Report feelings of restlessness, be aware of drowsiness, do not discontinue abruptly? 

500

This medication is may be given during procedures such as a colonoscopy.

What is Pentobarbital (Nembutal)?

500
This may be a sign of withdrawal after missing a few doses of a prescribed sedative/hypnotic.

What is tachycardia? 

500

These are nursing considerations to have when beginning to treat a patient for anxiety or insomnia.

What is: history of drug or alcohol use, smoking, current life stressors, daily routines, allergies?

500

While there are no Pre-tests or Quizzes for these, prep work may be required!

What are Seminars? 

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