ATI LPN Paediatrics nursing exam 5
ATI LPN Paediatrics nursing exam 5 ( 36 Questions)
. An adolescent has just had a generalized seizure and collapsed in the school nurse's office. When should the nurse call 911?
The child is confused and cannot remember anything regarding the seizure: Postictal confusion is normal after a seizure and does not require emergency services.
The child fell at the onset of the seizure: Falls can occur with seizures, but unless there is a suspected injury or prolonged seizure activity, calling 911 is unnecessary.
The seizure lasts more than 5 minutes: A seizure lasting more than 5 minutes is considered status epilepticus and is a medical emergency requiring immediate intervention.
The child is sleepy and lethargic after the seizure: Postictal sleepiness is a common and expected phase after a generalized seizure.
A. The child is confused and cannot remember anything regarding the seizure: Postictal confusion is normal after a seizure and does not require emergency services.
B. The child fell at the onset of the seizure: Falls can occur with seizures, but unless there is a suspected injury or prolonged seizure activity, calling 911 is unnecessary.
C. The seizure lasts more than 5 minutes: A seizure lasting more than 5 minutes is considered status epilepticus and is a medical emergency requiring immediate intervention.
D. The child is sleepy and lethargic after the seizure: Postictal sleepiness is a common and expected phase after a generalized seizure.