The 4-hour-old neonate in the nursery begins making rhythmic movements with the hands and smacking of the lips. An electroencephalogram is performed, and seizures are observed. The nurse prepares to administer which medication?

Phenobarbital. The drug of choice for new onset seizures in the neonate is phenobarbital. Phenytoin is used for persistent seizures. Midazolam is used as adjunctive therapy for refractory seizures. Levetiracetam is used as long-term prevention of seizures after they are controlled.

The 4-hour-old neonate in the nursery begins making rhythmic move...

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Topics: Neurology Medication and Blood Products Neonatal Care Nursing Interventions Pediatrics Routes of Administration

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