During a seizure, which action is not appropriate?

During a seizure, which action is not appropriate?

• A. Protect the client from injury.
• B. Restrain the patient’s movements.
• C. Move hazards away.
• D. Loosen tight clothing.

Answer: (B)

Restraint during a seizure is not appropriate because trying to hold someone still can cause physical injury to both the patient and the person attempting to help, and it can impede breathing or worsen the seizure. The safety priorities are to prevent injury by clearing the area of hazards, cushion the head if possible, and loosen tight clothing to help with breathing. These actions protect the person during the event, while not constraining their movements. After the seizure ends, place the person on their side if they are drowsy or unconscious to maintain the airway and monitor until they’re fully awake. Do not put objects in the mouth.

Restraint during a seizure is not appropriate because trying to hold someone still can cause physical injury to both the patient and the person attempting to help, and it can impede breathing or worsen the seizure. The safety priorities are to prevent injury by clearing the area of hazards, cushion the head if possible, and loosen tight clothing to help with breathing. These actions protect the person during the event, while not constraining their movements. After the seizure ends, place the person on their side if they are drowsy or unconscious to maintain the airway and monitor until they’re fully awake. Do not put objects in the mouth.