An older adult client is experiencing anxiety. Which anxiolytic drug would the nurse identify as being relatively safe to administer to this client at a normal dose? Select all that apply
A) Buspirone
B) Lorazepam
C) Oxazepam
D) Alprazolam
E) Diazepam
Ans: A, B, C
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Lorazepam, oxazepam, and buspirone are relatively safer for older adult clients when given at normal doses.
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