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Lorazepam (Ativan) is ordered to be given through the intravenous route for a client with status epilepticus. The client currently has an intravenous infusion of dextrose 5 and 0.9 normal saline at the rate of 125 mL/hr.

Which action demonstrates the correct administration of this medication by the nurse?
1. Administering Ativan by slow IV injection over a 2- to 4-minute period.
2. Injecting the Ativan quickly via IV push.
3. Discontinuing the intravenous infusion prior to administering the medication.
4. Mixing the Ativan in a 50cc bag of NS and administering piggyback over 30 minutes.

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