What can occur as a result of rapid withdrawal from long-term use of barbiturate therapy? (Select all that apply.)

a. Anxiety
b. Delirium
c. Weakness
d. Grand mal seizures
e. Severe pain


ANS: A, B, C, D
Anxiety, delirium, weakness, and grand mal seizures can be symptoms of rapid withdrawal from long-term use of barbiturate therapy. Severe pain is not a symptom of rapid withdrawal from long-term use of barbiturate therapy.

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