Seizure Precautions

Question 1

What are some pre seizure interventions?

Answer 1

Suction, O2 in room, baseline VS, 2 IV lines, pad side rails, remove potentially restrictive clothing, ask client if they feel an aura before seizure occurs

Question 2

What are interventions during a seizure?

Answer 2

Call for help, side lying protect head, remove objects that pose threat, loosen clothing around neck, monitor seizure activity, VS, ABCs

Question 3

What are post seizures nursing interventions?

Answer 3

Tox screen, gag reflex, drug level of anticonvulsant, EEG