A client is taking an anxiolytic agent secondary to grief-related anxiety. The client questions the nurse about abruptly discontinuing these agents. The nurse's response is based on the knowledge that, when discontinuing these medications:
A) the dosage must be tapered to avoid withdrawal.
B) the client must be evaluated for hyperglycemia.
C) hangover syndrome must be planned for.
D) blood levels must be monitored.
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