A fast-acting, short-duration agent used for breakthrough seizures is
a. lorazepam (Ativan). c. phenobarbital.
b. phenytoin (Dilantin). d. midazolam (Versed).
A
Lorazepam (Ativan) is a fast-acting, short-duration agent that may be indicated for breakthrough seizures until therapeutic drug levels can be reached. Phenytoin is the recommended medication for seizure prophylaxis. Phenobarbital is a barbiturate whose action produces central nervous system depression and reduces the spread of an epileptic focus.
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