A Patient Is Given Intravenous Diazepam for Seizures

question 11

Multiple Choice

A patient is given intravenous diazepam for seizures. When the seizures stop, the patient is lethargic and confused with a respiratory rate of 10 breaths/minute. The provider will take what action immediately to address the patient's risk for injury?

• A) Prescribe flumazenil.
• B) Order a gastric lavage.
• C) Institute respiratory support measures.
• D) Order toxicology testing.

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