What Is the Nurse's Priority Intervention for a Patient Experiencing

question 23

Multiple Choice

What is the nurse's priority intervention for a patient experiencing a tonic-clonic (grand mal) seizure?

• A) Place a padded tongue blade in the patient's mouth to prevent biting the tongue.
• B) Start a saline lock to administer IV anti-seizure medication.
• C) Attach pads to the bed side rails to protect the patient from injury.
• D) Monitor for and keep the patient's airway open.

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