While You Are Caring for a Patient on the Floor

question 72

Multiple Choice

While you are caring for a patient on the floor of her kitchen, she begins to have a generalized seizure. Which of the following is the most appropriate first action?

• A) Move objects away from her and wait to see if the seizure stops.
• B) Insert an oropharyngeal airway.
• C) Restrain her so she does not injure herself.
• D) Start an IV, and administer 5 mg diazepam.

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Definitions:

Analgesic Medication

A type of medication designed to relieve pain without causing loss of consciousness.

Synarthroses

Joints in the human body that are immovable or have very limited movement, often fibrous and found in the skull.

Immovable

Not able to be moved, fixed in place or position.

Joints

The connections between bones, providing support and facilitating movement.