Seizure

Question 1

status epilepticus protocol:

Answer 1

1) assess ABCs
2) check fingerstick glucose
3) establish IV access
4) Send lab studies
5) Give 100 mg IV thiamine, followed by 50% dextrose infusion
6)Lorazepam .1 mg/kg up to 10 mg IV
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Phenytoin 20 mg/kg IV
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Intubate if not already done.
Give phenobarb 20 mg/kg IV.
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Induce coma with barbiturates, midazolam or propofol.
Institute continuous bedside EEG monitoring.