Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 75%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A child with a seizure in the hospital.Which nursing interventions are appropriate for this child? (Select All that Apply.)
Correct answer
A,B,C,D,F
Rationale
The correct answers are A, B, C, D, and F. Administering benzodiazepine medication (A) helps stop or prevent seizures. Performing neurological checks (B) allows for monitoring the child's neurological status. Reorienting and calming the child (C) helps reduce anxiety and confusion. Positioning the child in a side-lying position (D) prevents aspiration and promotes safety. Documenting the duration and characteristics of the seizure (F) is crucial for evaluating the child's condition and treatment effectiveness. Choices E and G are incorrect because restricting the child's movements during a seizure (E) can lead to injury, and the option G is incomplete.