If seizures occur following the administration of flumazenil (Romazicon):
A) an opiate medication should be given immediately because of its potent antiseizure properties.
B) the patient should receive half the normal dose of a benzodiazepine in order to control the seizure.
C) the paramedic should give naloxone immediately in order to reverse the effects of the flumazenil.
D) benzodiazepine medications will be minimally effective or ineffective in controlling the seizure.
Answer: D) benzodiazepine medications will be minimally effective or ineffective in controlling the seizure.
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