Question

A 25-year-old man is brought to the ED following a generalized tonic-clonic seizure lasting 8 minutes. IV access has been obtained. What is the most appropriate immediate pharmacological management?

Accepted Answer

IV Lorazepam 4mg bolus

Answer

IV Phenytoin infusion

Answer

Buccal Midazolam 10mg

Answer

Rectal Diazepam 10mg

Answer

IV Levetiracetam infusion

Practice question

A 25-year-old man is brought to the ED following a generalized tonic-clonic seizure lasting 8 minutes. IV access has been obtained. What is the most appropriate immediate pharmacological management?