While the Nurse Is Transporting a Patient on a Stretcher

question 25

Multiple Choice

While the nurse is transporting a patient on a stretcher to the radiology department,the patient begins having a tonic-clonic seizure. Which action should the nurse take?

• A)Insert an oral airway during the seizure to maintain a patent airway.
• B)Restrain the patient's arms and legs to prevent injury during the seizure.
• C)Time and observe and record the details of the seizure and postictal state.
• D)Avoid touching the patient to prevent further nervous system stimulation.