A client with chronic back pain is seen at the clinic for a routine follow-up examination. She is taking diazepam (Valium), a skeletal muscle relaxant, and benzodiazepine, PRN, for muscle spasms. Which of the following statements is TRUE about diazepam?
a. This medication can lead to physical and psychological dependence and withdrawal symptoms.
b. Expect to take this medication for the rest of your life.
c. If you miss a dose, take two the next time to maintain a therapeutic blood level.
d. This medication requires weekly blood level monitoring.
a. This medication can lead to physical and psychological dependence and withdrawal symptoms.
FEEDBACK:
a. Observe caution regarding prolonged use. This medication can lead to physical and psychological dependence and withdrawal symptoms.
b. This medication should be taken only as long as necessary, and caution should be taken with prolonged use. .
c. This medication has been prescribed PRN and should not be doubled when you miss a dose. .
d. Weekly blood level monitoring is not indicated. .
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