Sedatives and hypnotics promote:
A) insomnia
B) the induction of sleep
C) agitation
D) constipation
B) the induction of sleep
Sedatives and hypnotics promote the induction of sleep. They promote relaxation in small doses but can induce sleep and confusion when used in higher doses. Very high doses can induce coma and even death.
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