A patient with anxiety is prescribed oxazepam (Serax). What safety measures must the nurse be sure to include in this patient's plan of care? (Select all that apply.)
a. Call for help when getting out of bed.
b. Use a walker for ambulation.
c. Assess gait for steadiness.
d. Change positions slowly.
e. Take two tablets whenever a dose is missed.
A, C, D
Oxazepam is a benzodiazepine. Common side effects of these drugs include sedation, sleepiness, depression, light-headedness, ataxia, and unsteadiness. The patient's gait must always be as-sessed for steadiness when these drugs are prescribed. Patients may need assistance getting out of bed, changing positions, or walking, but do not necessarily need a walker. Patients should be taught not to take double doses of any drug because this could cause drug overdose with severe side effects or adverse effects.
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