A student nurse, under the supervision of her instructor is preparing to give IV lorazepam (Ativan) for a client undergoing a endoscopy. The instructor asks the student to tell her the mechanism of action before she gives the drug. What information does the student share with her instructor?

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Lorazepam (Ativan) is a benzodiazepine that potentiates the effect of GABA, a neurotransmitter in the CNS. This results in increased inhibition of the central nervous system leading to sedation, anxiolysis, and muscle relaxation. Option A, B, and D are incorrect as they describe mechanisms of action of other medications.

A Student Nurse, Under the Supervision of Her Instructor Is