A Patient Is Having a Grand Mal Seizure

question 22

Multiple Choice

A patient is having a grand mal seizure. Which of the following is the most appropriate step for the medical assistant to take to protect the patient?

• A) Administer small amounts of liquid.
• B) Apply wrist restraints.
• C) Hold the patient's head in an upright position.
• D) Loosen clothing around the patient's neck.
• E) Place a padded tongue blade in the patient's mouth.

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