Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 74%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client with alcohol use disorder in withdrawal. Which medication should the nurse expect to administer?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Rationale for correct answer (C): Lorazepam is indicated for alcohol withdrawal to manage symptoms like anxiety and seizures. It acts as a sedative and helps alleviate withdrawal symptoms. Naloxone (A) is used for opioid overdose reversal, Disulfiram (B) is for alcohol aversion therapy, and Methadone (D) is for opioid use disorder treatment. Other choices are not relevant for alcohol withdrawal.