A nurse is providing patient education for a patient who is to gradually discontinue baclofen (Lioresal). The nurse advises the patient to avoid abrupt discontinuation of the medication to prevent which adverse effect?
a. Weakness
b. Fatigue
c. Seizures
d. Respiratory depression
ANS: C
Abrupt discontinuation (or withdrawal) from baclofen has been associated with adverse reactions such as visual hallucinations, paranoid ideation, and seizures.
Central nervous system effects may cause weakness and fatigue but not as a result of abrupt discontinuation.
Respiratory depression is a result of overdose, not abrupt discontinuation of the baclofen.
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