- Monitor BP, PR,RR prior to periodically throughout therapy and frequently during IV therapy.
- Assess IV site frequently during administration, diazepam may cause phlebitis and venous thrombosis.
- Prolonged high-dose therapy may lead to psychological or physical dependence. Restrict amount of drug available to patient. Observe depressed patients closely for suicidal tendencies.
- Observe and record intensity, duration and location of seizure activity. The initial dose of diazepam offers seizure control for 15-20 min after administration.
- IM injections are painful and erratically absorbed. If IM route is used, inject deeply into deltoid muscle for maximum absorption.
- Caution patient to avoid taking alcohol or other CNS depressants concurrently with this medication.
- Effectiveness of therapy can be demonstrated by decrease anxiety level; control of seizures; decreased tremulousness.