Which nursing statement regarding onset of action for zolpidem (Ambien) is the most appropriate?
1. Rapidly, and should be taken just before bedtime
2. Four hours after dosing
3. Sixty minutes after dosing
4. Two hours after dosing
Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: Zolpidem (Ambien) begins to work rapidly, and should be taken just before bedtime.
Rationale 2: This medication works rapidly, and should be taken just before bedtime.
Rationale 3: This medication works rapidly, and should be taken just before bedtime.
Rationale 4: This medication works rapidly, and should be taken just before bedtime.
Global Rationale: Zolpidem (Ambien) begins to work rapidly, and should be taken just before bedtime. Four hours after dosing, 60 minutes after dosing, and two hours after doing are not appropriate statements.
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