As a General Rule, a Postictal Patient Should Be Placed

question 35

Multiple Choice

As a general rule, a postictal patient should be placed on the stretcher and transported in what position?

• A) Supine
• B) Semi-Fowler's
• C) Lateral recumbent
• D) Prone

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