Asked by Jitendra Jangid on Sep 28, 2024
The nurse is completing an admission history on a new home health patient. The patient has been experiencing seizures as the result of a recent brain injury. Which interventions should the nurse utilize for this patient and family? (Select all that apply.)
A) Demonstrate how to restrain the patient in the event of a seizure.
B) Instruct the family to move the patient to a bed during a seizure.
C) Teach the family how to insert a tongue depressor during the seizure.
D) Discuss with the family steps to take if the seizure does not discontinue.
E) Instruct the family to reorient and reassure the patient after consciousness is regained.
Brain Injury
Damage to the brain caused by an external physical force, potentially leading to temporary or permanent impairment.
Tongue Depressor
A tool used in medical examinations to press down the tongue and allow for the visual inspection of the mouth and throat.
Reorient
The process of helping or adapting oneself or another to become familiar with a new or changed situation, often used in medical and psychological contexts.
- Identify and formulate care strategies for patients who have particular educational requirements related to medical devices and procedures.
- Accurately document and share vital patient details to uphold the standards of care and ensure patient safety.
Learning Objectives
- Identify and formulate care strategies for patients who have particular educational requirements related to medical devices and procedures.
- Accurately document and share vital patient details to uphold the standards of care and ensure patient safety.