Why is the additional administration of diazepam (Valium) required to control seizures in the treatment of status epilepticus?
A. Diazepam has a short duration of action.
B. Diazepam has a quick onset of action.
C. Diazepam has a long half-life.
D. None of the above are correct.
Answer: A
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1. "Please tell me more about your family's health history." 2. "Where would you like to begin?" 3. "I'm curious to know more about your feelings." 4. "Why do you feel that way?"
A patient who has been seriously ill has recovered sufficiently to be transferred to a monitored medical unit. Which intervention will best reduce transfer anxiety for this patient?
1. Transfer the patient immediately before bedtime so that the first few hours on the new unit will be sleeping hours. 2. Promise to frequently visit the patient on the new unit. 3. Explain some of the routines used on the new unit. 4. Offer reassurance by telling the patient you once worked on the new unit.
Which of the following medications is administered in gel form?
A. Fentanyl B. Nitroglycerin C. Oral glucose D. Activated charcoal