ATI LPN Paediatrics nursing exam 5
ATI LPN Paediatrics nursing exam 5 ( 36 Questions)
A nurse is caring for a child who is having a seizure. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? (Select all that apply.)
Clear the area of hard objects: This prevents injury to the child during the seizure.
Place a tongue depressor in the child's mouth: This is contraindicated as it can cause injury to the oral cavity or obstruct the airway.
Place the child in prone position: This position is unsafe during a seizure and could compromise the airway. The lateral position is recommended to reduce aspiration risk.
Loosen restrictive clothing: Loosening clothing promotes easier breathing and comfort during the seizure.
A. Clear the area of hard objects: This prevents injury to the child during the seizure.
B. Place a tongue depressor in the child's mouth: This is contraindicated as it can cause injury to the oral cavity or obstruct the airway.
C. Place the child in prone position: This position is unsafe during a seizure and could compromise the airway. The lateral position is recommended to reduce aspiration risk.
D. Loosen restrictive clothing: Loosening clothing promotes easier breathing and comfort during the seizure.