When assessing a client with polysubstance abuse,the nurse recognizes withdrawal from which substance may require a life-saving emergency intervention?
A)Dextroamphetamine (Dexedrine)
B)Diazepam (Valium)
C)Morphine (Astramorph)
D)Phencyclidine (PCP)

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Withdrawal from benzodiazepines, such as Diazepam (Valium), can be life-threatening due to the risk of severe symptoms such as seizures, delirium, and autonomic instability. This necessitates careful medical supervision and sometimes emergency intervention to manage these potentially dangerous withdrawal effects.

When Assessing a Client with Polysubstance Abuse,the Nurse Recognizes Withdrawal