You Are Delayed Getting to a Residence Where a 16-Month-Old

question 17

Multiple Choice

You are delayed getting to a residence where a 16-month-old boy is actively seizing. The mother reports that he has had a fever for the past two days. A firefighter on scene informs you that the child has been seizing since their arrival approximately 15 minutes ago. You should:

• A) apply oxygen, administer intranasal midazolam, and transport.
• B) apply oxygen, administer fluids, and transport.
• C) actively cool the child with ice packs to the groin and axilla.
• D) actively warm the child with blankets.

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