A nurse enters the room of a school-age child and finds them on the floor experiencing a tonic-clonic seizure. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

The correct action to take in this situation is to place a pillow or cushion under the child's head. This will help protect the child from injuring their head during the seizure. It is important not to turn the child onto their back during a seizure, as this can obstruct the airway and potentially lead to respiratory distress. Restraining the child's upper extremities is also not recommended, as it can cause injury to the child or the person trying to restrain them. Placing a padded tongue blade or any object in the child's mouth is no longer recommended during a seizure. Doing so can cause injury to the child's mouth or teeth and is not necessary for seizure management.