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4 Cards in this Set
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Indication |
Agitation Anxiety Pre opp Anti convulsant Alcohol detox ECT muscle relaxant Rapid tranq |
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Benzos Side Effects |
Sedation Dizziness Amnesia Dissociation |
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Benzo Cautions
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Driving
Interaction - CNS drugs including alcohol
Heart problems
Respiratory problems I.e COPD or asthma.
Overdose - sedation / ataxia + associated accidents, respiratory, low bp & heart rate Discontinuation / withdrawal (rebound symptoms + dt's) |
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Benzo side effect management / education |
Avoid driving Take within 30mins of bed time Avoid drinking Avoid with COPD / asthma etc Avoid longer than 2 weeks |
