While Caring for a Client Who Is Receiving Serax (Oxazepam)

Multiple Choice

While caring for a client who is receiving Serax (oxazepam) , the nurse notes the client is drowsy and slightly confused upon waking. Which of the following conclusions should the nurse draw?

A) The client may be experiencing symptoms of a stroke and the physician should be contacted immediately.
B) The client may be experiencing hypersensitivity and the drug should be held.
C) This is an expected and normal finding with the medication and the patient should be monitored for safety concerns.
D) The client may have underlying psychiatric disorders and should be assessed for the presence of hallucinations.