Question

a nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for diazepam for anxiety disorders. which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the teaching?

\it is not a big deal if i forget my pills for a couple of days.\

\i should limit alcohol intake to one drink daily while taking this medication.\

\i will avoid salt because this medication can increase my blood pressure.\

\if i become pregnant, it is important to let my health care provider know.\

Explanation:

1. Analyze each option:

• Option 1: Diazepam has withdrawal risks; forgetting pills for days is not safe, so this is incorrect.
• Option 2: Alcohol and diazepam both depress the CNS; even one drink is not safe, so this is incorrect.
• Option 3: Diazepam typically does not increase blood pressure, and avoiding salt is not related, so this is incorrect.
• Option 4: Diazepam can have risks during pregnancy, so notifying the provider is correct.

Answer:

D. "If I become pregnant, it is important to let my health care provider know."