Which is the drug of choice for status epilepticus?
a. Tegretol
b. Phenobarbital
c. Klonopin
d. Valium
ANS: D
Diazepam (Valium) is used intravenously to control seizures and is the drug of choice for treatment of status epilepticus.
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1. The client will defecate regularly. 2. The client will increase the amount of sugar in the diet. 3. The client will limit fluid intake. 4. The client will regain normal stool consistency.
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1. Invite the director of nursing to a unit meeting. 2. Circulate a petition to all staff seeking support for change in assignment policy. 3. Organize a unit meeting to discuss the problem on all shifts. 4. Discuss the problem with the team leader, then the manager if the problem persists.