After teaching a group of students about sedatives and hypnotics, the instructor determines that the teaching was successful when the students identify which of the following as an example of a benzodiazepine-type hypnotic and sedative drug?

Select all that apply.

A) Temazepam
B) Eszopiclone
C) Secobarbital
D) Triazolam
E) Zaleplon


Ans: A, D
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Temazepam and triazolam are examples of benzodiazepine-type hypnotic and sedative drugs.

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Fill in the blank with correct word.

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