Question

question 17
1 pts
scenario: a 40-year-old patient with a history of panic disorder has been taking benzodiazepines for several months. the patient expresses concern about potential withdrawal symptoms if they stop taking the medication.
question: which symptom of benzodiazepine withdrawal should be communicated to the patient?

• increased appetite
• euphoria
• sweating
• headaches

Explanation:

Benzodiazepine withdrawal symptoms typically include anxiety, insomnia, tremors, sweating, and others. Increased appetite and euphoria are not typical withdrawal symptoms. Headaches can occur but sweating is a more characteristic and common withdrawal symptom for benzodiazepines, especially in the context of autonomic nervous system activation during withdrawal.

Answer:

C. Sweating