The nurse is preparing to administer intravenous lorazepam (Ativan)to a client.Which nursing intervention is a priority following the parenteral administration of this medication?

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Lorazepam is a benzodiazepine medication that can cause respiratory depression, especially when combined with other CNS depressants. Therefore, monitoring for changes in respirations is a priority nursing intervention following parenteral administration of this medication. Although assessing for drug interactions and seizure activity as well as instructing the client to change positions slowly are also important, they are not the highest priority in this situation.

The Nurse Is Preparing to Administer Intravenous Lorazepam (Ativan)to a Client.Which