A nurse enters the room,and the patient,who is sitting in a chair,begins to have a seizure.The nurse should:

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When the seizure begins,position the patient safely.If standing or sitting,guide patient to floor and protect head by cradling in nurse's lap or placing pillow under head.Clear surrounding area of furniture.If patient is in bed,raise side rails and pad,and put bed in low position.
Stay with patient,and observe sequence and timing of seizure activity.Continued observation ensures adequate ventilation during and following seizure and will assist in documentation,diagnosis,and treatment of seizure disorder.
If possible,turn patient onto one side,with head tilted slightly forward.This allows the tongue to fall away from the airway,allows drainage of saliva and vomitus,and prevents aspiration.
Do not force any objects such as fingers,medicine or tongue depressor,or airway into patient's mouth when teeth are clenched.This could cause injury to mouth and stimulate gagging,which could lead to aspiration.

A Nurse Enters the Room,and the Patient,who Is Sitting in a Chair,begins