You are treating a patient who is experiencing status epilepticus. After initial management of the airway, breathing, and circulation, which of the following treatment modalities is MOST correct?
a. Mannitol, 1.5–2.0 g/kg IV
b. Diazepam 5–10 mg IV
c. Romazicon 0.2 mg IV
d. Naloxone 0.2–0.4 mg IV
b
Rationale: a. Mannitol is an osmotic diuretic used in head trauma.
b. Correct.
c. Romazicon is an antagonist used for benzodiazepine overdose.
d. Naloxone is a narcotic antagonist used for narcotic overdose.
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