Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 94%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client who is scheduled for surgical repair of a femur fracture and has a prescription for lorazepam preoperatively. Which of the following statements made by the client should indicate to the nurse that the medication has been effective?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Feeling sleepy indicates lorazepam's effectiveness in reducing preoperative anxiety. Dry mouth, numbness, and decreased appetite are not direct indicators.