Which medication from the medication administration record should a nurse administer to provide immediate intervention for a psychotic patient whose aggressive behavior continues to escalate despite verbal intervention?
A) Lithium
B) Trazodone
C) Olanzapine
D) Valproic acid

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Olanzapine is a short-acting antipsychotic useful in calming angry, aggressive patients regardless of diagnosis. The other drugs listed require long-term use to reduce anger. Lithium is for bipolar patients. Trazodone is commonly prescribed for patients experiencing depression, insomnia, or chronic pain. Valproic acid is for bipolar or borderline patients.

Which Medication from the Medication Administration Record Should a Nurse