A client is ordered to receive benzodiazepine hypnotics. Client teaching for clients taking benzodiazepine hypnotics includes which instruction?
a. Avoid taking alcohol and antidepressants with a benzodiazepine hypnotic.
b. Avoid taking cardiac glycosides such as digoxin with the hypnotic.
c. Take the drug during nocturnal awakenings.
d. Take the drug immediately after the evening meal.
ANS: A
Alcohol and antidepressants may cause a significant drug interaction with a benzodiazepine hypnotic. The medication should be taken 1 hour before the expected bedtime, not directly after dinner or during nighttime awakenings.
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