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CNOR Operating Room Nursing

Category - Emergencies

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While preparing a patient for surgery, the patient suddenly begins to have a seizure. Sputum is collecting around their mouth and lips. What is the nurse’s response?

Take the patient by the arms and hold them to their sides.
Insert a bite block between the teeth to prevent choking.
Stay by the patient and prevent him from injuring themself.
Turn the patient to their side and cover them with a blanket.

Explanation

Answer: C-The nurse should stay by the patient and prevent them from injuring themself. Patients who are having seizures should not be restrained, nor should any items be inserted into the mouth. Although this patient is having frothy secretions, the nurse may wipe away some of the drainage and suction when the seizure is complete.

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