[Answered]: The nurse is caring for a client recovering from…

The nurse is caring for a client recovering from a surgical procedure who was admitted from the post-anesthesia care unit. The client received diazepam, a long-acting benzodiazepine, for sedation during the procedure. The client is recovering well and is tolerating drinking liquids. During the assessment, the nurse notices the client has an empty bottle of grapefruit juice at the bedside. Based on the nurse’s knowledge of this medication, what is the priority nursing action? Advise the client not to have food or beverages from home as they may interact with the medications. Prepare to administer flumazenil. Advise the client not to drink citric beverages. Assess sedation level, respiratory effort, and vital signs.