A client asks how the prescribed lorazepam (Ativan) (benzodiazepine) helps their anxiety disorder.  The nurse knows that antianxiety medications MAINLY affect the function of which neurotransmitter?

The mental health nurse is developing a plan of care for a client experiencing a high level of anxiety (moderate or severe).  Which of the following would be included in the plan of care?   (Select 3 that apply).

Which terms should a nurse use to describe the administration of a central nervous system (CNS) depressant to a client with alcohol withdrawal?

Which patients are at HIGHEST risk of developing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)? Select 3 that apply

Which of the following medications may be used for anxiety? Select 3 that apply:

Which of the following should be included in a teaching plan for a client prescribed alprazolam (Xanax) (benzodiazepine)?

A client experiences panic attacks when confronted with riding elevators.  The therapist is teaching the client ways to relax while incrementally exposing (a little at a time) the client getting on an elevator.  This type of technique is which of the following?

By which action does an (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor) SSRI lift depression?

Which of the following characteristics should be included in a therapeutic nurse-client relationship? Select 4 that apply

Which 3 of the following are associated with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)?