When comparing midazolam to diazepam, a significant difference is that:

a. Midazolam is 3–4 times more potent than diazepam
b. Midazolam may also be used as an effective analgesic medication
c. The effects of midazolam are long-lasting, therefore it should be used with extreme caution
d. Midazolam does not enhance GABA receptors in contrast to diazepam


a
Rationale: a. Correct.
b. Midazolam has no analgesic effects and should not be used for control of pain.
c. Midazolam, like diazepam, is short-lasting in duration.
d. Midazolam enhances the effects of GABA.

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