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    ATI PN Nursing Care of Children 2020 with NGN II Proctored Exam

    A nurse is caring for a school-age child who had a tonic-clonic seizure 1 min ago. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

    Explanation & Rationale

    Choice A reason: Administering naloxone is not indicated for a seizure. Naloxone is used to reverse opioid overdose, not treat seizures. Choice B reason: Checking inside the child's mouth for bleeding is important after a seizure to ensure there is no injury to the oral cavity. Choice C reason: Giving the child a drink of water immediately after a seizure is not a priority intervention. The child may not be able to swallow properly immediately after a seizure. Choice D reason: Placing the child's head in a hyperextended position is not a recommended intervention after a seizure. It is important to maintain the child in a safe position and provide appropriate care after the seizure has ended.

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