Medical, OB/GYNQuestion 64 of 100
A tonic-clonic (grand mal) seizure is actively occurring. The EMT's priority is to:
a.Restrain the limbs firmly
b.Protect the patient from injury and manage the airway, without forcing anything into the mouth
c.Insert an oral airway during the convulsion
d.Hold the patient still and place a spoon in the mouth
Explanation
During an active seizure, protect the patient from injury and manage the airway, but do not restrain them or put objects in the mouth. After the seizure, place the patient in the recovery position and give oxygen as needed.
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