The client is having status epilepticus and is prescribed intravenous diazepam (Valium). The client has an IV of D5W 75 mL/hr in the right arm and a saline lock in the left arm. Which intervention...

The client is having status epilepticus and is prescribed intravenous diazepam (Valium). The client has an IV of D5W 75 mL/hr in the right arm and a saline lock in the left arm. Which intervention should the nurse implement?

1. Dilute the Valium and administer over 5 minutes via the existing IV.

2. Do not dilute the medication and administer at the port closest to the client.

3. Question the order because Valium cannot be administered with D5W.

4. Inject 3 mL of normal saline in the saline lock and administer Valium undiluted.