Sedative-Hypnotics: Contraindications, Precautions, Interactions, and Safety

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Who are sedative-hypnotics contraindicated in?

Hypersensitivity

Pregnancy & Lactation

Hepatic,Cardiac, Respiratory, or renal disease (Caution)

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Who should use sedative-hypnotics with CAUTION?

Suicidal

Previous drug addiction

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Precaution to take with Elderly Clients

More sensitive to CNS depressant effects (dosage reduction)

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Barbiturates effects are INCREASED with

Alcohol, CNS depressants, MAOIs

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Barbiturates effects are decreased with

rifampin (TB med)

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What is a risk of using benzodiazepines with opioids?

RESPIRATORY DEPRESSION

Coma

Death

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After long-term use of sedative-hypnotics, what is the patient at risk for?

Withdrawal

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What should you monitor clients for (side effects)

Abnormal thinking

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