An adolescent has just had a generalized seizure and collapsed in the school nurse's office.The nurse should call 911 if the student:
A) has a seizure lasting more than 5 minutes.
B) is sleepy and lethargic after the seizure.
C) fell at the onset of the seizure.
D) is confused and has slurred speech after the seizure.

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If there are multiple seizures or if seizures last more than 5 minutes,call 911 because these are indicators of possible status epilepticus,a medical emergency.

An Adolescent Has Just Had a Generalized Seizure and Collapsed