You note a 5-year-old seizing as you approach him. What observation or piece of information would be most alarming?

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Seizures lasting longer than 5 minutes can cause permanent brain damage, so the fact that the patient has been seizing for 8 minutes is the most alarming observation. A history of leukemia or incontinence may indicate potential causes of the seizure, but neither is an immediate concern in terms of patient care. The lack of a history of seizures may also be concerning, but it is not as urgent as the duration of the current seizure.

You Note a 5-Year-Old Seizing as You Approach Him