A patient in the intensive care unit begins to seize.The nurse would anticipate initial management of this seizure to include which intravenous medication?

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Lorazepam is the initial medication of choice for seizure management in the ICU as it has a fast onset of action and a longer duration than diazepam. Fosphenytoin can be used as a second-line medication if seizures persist. Propofol can be used if refractory status epilepticus is present.

A Patient in the Intensive Care Unit Begins to Seize