A Postictal Patient Is Awake but Has Trouble Answering Your

question 28

Multiple Choice

A postictal patient is awake but has trouble answering your questions correctly. Given this presentation, the EMT would recognize that:

• A) the airway is open.
• B) another seizure is coming.
• C) the patient has a seizure history.
• D) high-concentration oxygen is indicated.

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Definitions:

Ethnic Group

A community or population made up of people who share a common cultural background or descent.

Socially Constructed

Describes ideas, concepts, or perceptions developed and maintained through collective social agreement rather than inherently existing in nature.

Genetic Testing

The analysis of chromosomes, genes, or their products (e.g., proteins) to detect heritable disease-related conditions or predispositions.

Racial Differences

Variations in the physical characteristics, cultures, or social experiences among different racial groups.