Which statement by a patient with generalized anxiety disorder for whom lorazepam (Ativan) is prescribed as needed (prn) suggests the patient understands the purpose of the medication?
a. "I can talk with my therapist more easily after my medication takes effect."
b. "I wonder if I will have to take this medication for the rest of my entire life."
c. "I'm embarrassed and don't want anyone to know I'm on this kind of medica-tion."
d. "I'm going to ask for my prn dose so I can sleep instead of worrying about my kids."
ANS: A
The patient recognizes the therapeutic effects of the medication in assisting her to work ef-fectively with the therapist. The remaining options show questions and inappropriate use of the medication.
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