Seizures

Question 1

Seizure in pregnant patient refer to…

Answer 1

Pre-Eclampsia/Eclampsia protocol

Question 2

Generalized Seizure Treament

Answer 2

Determine BGL, if abnormal, treat according to Diabetic/Glucose Emergencies

Versed 5mg IV/IO/IM/IN, repeat as needed up to 20mg

Question 3

Refractory Seizure Activity Treatment

Answer 3

Ketamine 2mg/kg IM

Question 4

Persistent Status Epilepticus Treatment

Answer 4

Contact OLMCP and Rapid Transport

Question 5

Preferred route for Versed (Seizure)

Answer 5

IV, if not available, IN or IM.

Question 6

Possible febrile seizure in pedi patients consider cooling techniques:

Answer 6

Remove excess clothing.
Apply cool (not cold) compress to forehead, head and/or chest. Discontinue if not tolerated.
Consider fanning or moving pt to cooler area.
DO NOT immerse in cold bath or wipe w alcohol
DO NOT place ice packs directly on skin
DO NOT induce shivering