A group of nursing students are reviewing information about sedatives and hypnotics. The students demonstrate understanding of the information when they identify which of the following as an example of a barbiturate-type hypnotic and sedative drug?
Select all that apply.
A) Pentobarbital
B) Eszopiclone
C) Zolpidem
D) Triazolam
E) Secobarbital
Ans: A, E
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Pentobarbital and secobarbital are examples of barbiturate-type hypnotic and sedative drugs. Eszopiclone and zolpidem are nonbenzodiazepine sedative and hypnotic drugs. Triazolam is a benzodiazepine sedative and hypnotic drug.
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