The client with anxiety disorder is prescribed an antianxiety medication. Which response by the client indicates a need for more teaching regarding the use of this group of medications?
A) "I can now make decisions."
B) "The stress is more manageable."
C) "The cause of my stress is gone."
D) "My chest tightness is gone."
C
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The use of drug therapy in the management of anxiety disorders is intended to eliminate or decrease the symptoms of anxiety. The stress becomes more manageable and allows the client to better deal with issues of daily living. Drug therapy does not eliminate the causative factors.
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