What medications are generally used to treat status epilepticus in a newborn?
A) Benzodiazepines
B) Barbiturates
C) Paralytics
D) Neuroleptics
Answer: A) Benzodiazepines
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A nurse has been studying theory in class. Which of the following statements indicates that the nurse has an adequate understanding of theory?
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