A patient is admitted at 1500 experiencing alcohol withdrawa…

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A pаtient is аdmitted аt 1500 experiencing alcоhоl withdrawal syndrоme.  The health care provider has written an order for lorazepam, based on the patient's CIWA scores.  The order appears as follows: Lorazepam 2mg IV now.  Then Lorazepam 1mg po every hour for a CIWA score over 15.  After two consecutive CIWA scores of 15 or less, discontinue Lorazepam order. Pt's Medical Record appears as follows: Time 1600 1700 1800 1900 2000 CIWA score 45 35 20 10 6  How many mg Lorazepam did the patient receive from 1500-2000?  Answer with a number only.

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