A responsibility of the nurse is the administration of preop- erative medications to patients. Which statements describe the action of these medications? Select all that apply. a. Diazepam is given to...

A responsibility of the nurse is the administration of preop-
erative medications to patients. Which statements describe the

action of these medications? Select all that apply.
a. Diazepam is given to alleviate anxiety.
b. Ranitidine is given to facilitate patient sedation.
c. Atropine is given to decrease oral secretions.
d. Morphine is given to depress respiratory function.
e. Cimetidine is given to prevent laryngospasm.
f. Fentanyl citrate–droperidol is given to facilitate a sense
of calm.