An emergency room patient was very anxious after a serious car accident. Lorazepam (Ativan) 2 mg intramuscularly was administered. One hour later, which finding indicates to the nurse that the medication was effective?
a. Impaired problem-solving skills
b. Increased alertness and attention
c. Increased verbalization and activity
d. Reduced agitation and environmental scanning
D
Benzodiazepines mute incoming stimuli and evoke less reaction. The hyperalertness and environmental scanning that accompany high anxiety are notably decreased when the drug is effective. Impaired problem solving is a negative outcome. Because of its sedating properties, the individual might not be more alert, talkative, or active.
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