24 Questions
What is the major responsibility of the nurse during a seizure?
To observe and record the sequence of signs
What does the occurrence of an aura refer to?
A premonitory or warning sensation
Why is it important to document the circumstances before a seizure?
To identify potential triggers or stimuli
What does the position of the head at the beginning of a seizure provide clues to?
The location of the seizure origin in the brain
What is an aura in the context of a seizure?
A premonitory or warning sensation
What does the nurse need to document regarding the patient's movements during a seizure?
Where the movements or stiffness begins
Why is it important to state whether the beginning of the seizure was observed in the documentation?
To provide accurate information about the seizure onset
What does the nature of the seizure indicate?
The type of treatment required
What is an important consideration for the nurse regarding the patient's sleep before a seizure?
To document the circumstances before the seizure
What does the patient's conjugate gaze position provide clues to?
The location of the seizure origin in the brain
What is the purpose of documenting emotional or psychological disturbances before a seizure?
To identify potential triggers or stimuli
Why does the nurse need to document the patient's response to tactile stimuli before a seizure?
To identify potential triggers or stimuli
What is the nurse's role after a patient has a seizure?
Document the events leading to and occurring during and after the seizure and prevent complications
Why is the patient placed in the sidelying position after a seizure?
To facilitate drainage of oral secretions and prevent aspiration
What is one of the nursing care precautions maintained after a seizure?
Having available functioning suction equipment with a suction catheter
Why is the floor padded as an additional safety measure after a seizure?
To prevent injury to the patient if they fall during a seizure
What should the nurse do if the patient is in bed during a seizure?
Remove pillows and raise side rails
What should the nurse do if the patient is confused or wandering after a seizure?
Guide the patient gently to a bed or chair
Why does the nurse provide privacy and protect the patient from curious onlookers during a seizure?
To ensure the patient's dignity and prevent embarrassment
Why should the nurse ease the patient to the floor if possible during a seizure?
To prevent injury from striking a hard surface
Why does the nurse not attempt to pry open jaws that are clenched in a spasm or attempt to insert anything in the mouth during a seizure?
To prevent injury to the patient's mouth and teeth
Why should the nurse not attempt to restrain the patient during a seizure?
Because muscular contractions are strong and restraint can produce injury
Why should the nurse make sure the airway is patent after a seizure?
To ensure the patient can breathe properly
Why should the nurse stay a distance away, but close enough to prevent injury, if the patient becomes agitated after a seizure?
To prevent injury to the nurse
Test your knowledge of nursing management during a seizure with this quiz. Learn to observe and record the sequence of signs, assess the patient before and during a seizure, and document important details. Perfect for student nurses and those preparing for nursing exams.
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