Which action is not recommended during a seizure?

Which action is not recommended during a seizure?

• A. Restrain the patient
• B. Ensure the airway is clear
• C. Move the patient only if it is unsafe to do so
• D. Remove nearby hazards

Answer: (A)

Restrain the person during a seizure is not recommended because trying to hold them down can cause physical injury and may interfere with breathing or worsen the situation. The safer approach focuses on safety and airway protection: remove nearby hazards so they don’t strike something, cushion the head gently, loosen restrictive clothing, and time the event. After the convulsions stop, turn the person onto a side-lying position to maintain an open airway and allow drainage of secretions, then monitor breathing and responsiveness. Do not place anything in the mouth. Seek emergency help if the seizure lasts longer than about five minutes or if another seizure follows without full recovery.

Restrain the person during a seizure is not recommended because trying to hold them down can cause physical injury and may interfere with breathing or worsen the situation. The safer approach focuses on safety and airway protection: remove nearby hazards so they don’t strike something, cushion the head gently, loosen restrictive clothing, and time the event. After the convulsions stop, turn the person onto a side-lying position to maintain an open airway and allow drainage of secretions, then monitor breathing and responsiveness. Do not place anything in the mouth. Seek emergency help if the seizure lasts longer than about five minutes or if another seizure follows without full recovery.