A nurse cares for a client who is experiencing status epilepticus. Which prescribed medication should the nurse prepare to administer?
a. Atenolol (Tenormin)
b. Lorazepam (Ativan)
c. Phenytoin (Dilantin)
d. Lisinopril (Prinivil)
ANS: B
Initially, intravenous lorazepam is administered to stop motor movements. This is followed by the administration of phenytoin. Atenolol, a beta blocker, and lisinopril, an angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor, are not administered for seizure activity. These medications are typically administered for hypertension and heart failure.
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