A client with cerebral palsy is prescribed diazepam for involuntary muscle movement because of its action as a/an:
a. anxiolytic.
b. centrally acting skeletal muscle relaxant.
c. neuromuscular blocking agent.
d. direct-acting skeletal muscle relaxant.
ANS: B
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A Incorrect: This is not the action that decreases involuntary muscle movement.
B Correct: This describes the action for this client.
C Incorrect: It does not have this action.
D Incorrect: It does not have this action.
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