A client, who has been prescribed Paxil for treatment of insomnia triggered by anxiety that has been experienced ever since the client's son joined the Army six months ago, asks the nurse why an antidepressant has been prescribed.The best reply by the nurse would be:
A) Paxil is a sedative-hypnotic that will enhance sleep.
B) Antidepressant medications are safer than other medications used to induce sleep.
C) There is a link between insomnia and anxiety.Many antidepressants are given to treat anxiety that are also effective for treating insomnia.
D) Antidepressants act immediately, allowing for faster relief from insomnia.
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