An older adult reports anxiety and is prescribed diazepam by a family physician. the physician asks the office nurse to explain to the client the problematic side effects of this medication. which instruction about this drug would be most important for the nurse to emphasize?
Diazepam is Valium, a hypnotic, anxiolytic, and sedative. It can cause fatigue, drowsiness/sedation, confusion, dizziness, impaired memory, and decreased motor response time. Use caution when operating machinery.
