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Average Score: 76%
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A young adult is hospitalized with a seizure disorder. The client, who is in a bed with padded side rails, has a tonic-clonic seizure. In what order should the nurse take the following actions?
Correct answer
C,B,A,D
Rationale
First, clear the area to prevent injury, turn the client on their side to maintain airway patency, loosen clothing to ease breathing, and suction if needed to clear secretions.