A nurse cares for a client who is experiencing status epilepticus.Which prescribed medication should the nurse prepare to administer?

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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.

A Nurse Cares for a Client Who Is Experiencing Status