The nurse anticipates a medication order to halt status epilepticus. Which of the following medications is expected?

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Status epilepticus is a medical emergency that requires immediate intervention to halt the seizure activity. Intravenous lorazepam (Ativan) is the medication of choice for treating status epilepticus due to its rapid onset of action and effectiveness in halting seizures. Oral glucose is administered in cases of hypoglycemia, not to halt seizures. Phenytoin (Dilantin) is used as a long-term treatment for epilepsy, but it is not the first-line medication for halting active seizures. Gabapentin (Neurontin) and lamotrigine (Lamictal) are also not first-line medications for halting active seizures.

The Nurse Anticipates a Medication Order to Halt Status Epilepticus