Your patient is a 2-year-old female who has suffered a seizure but does not have a previous history of seizures.The patient's father states that the child has been pulling at her ear and has had a fever.They were getting ready to leave for a doctor's appointment when the child had a brief seizure.The patient is drowsy and has hot,flushed skin.Which of the following is recommended in the prehospital management of this patient?

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The patient's symptoms are consistent with a febrile seizure, which can occur in young children with fever. The recommended prehospital management includes removing excess clothing to help lower the patient's body temperature. Sponging the patient with rubbing alcohol or covering with a towel soaked in ice water can actually cause the patient's body temperature to drop too quickly and lead to other complications. Placing ice packs in the armpits, groin, and around the head is also not recommended as it can cause vasoconstriction and actually increase the patient's body temperature.

Your Patient Is a 2-Year-Old Female Who Has Suffered a Seizure