Multiple Choice
The 80-year-old patient complained of feeling "anxious" and was given lorazepam (Ativan) to calm him.Instead,the patient became agitated and delirious.The nurse suspects that this behavior most likely is:
A) A toxic effect of Ativan
B) A side effect of Ativan
C) An idiosyncratic reaction to Ativan
D) An allergic reaction to Ativan
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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