An 8-year-old child is being treated for tonic–clonic seizures. What should the nurse emphasize when teaching the parents about this disorder?
A) The child should maintain an active lifestyle.
B) Immediately provide medication if a seizure begins.
C) Have the child carry a padded tongue blade with her at all times.
D) Ensure quiet time late in the day, when seizure activity is most likely to occur.
A
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As a rule, children with seizures should attend regular school and participate in physical education classes and active sports. Antiseizure medication is ineffective during a seizure because most medication needs to achieve a therapeutic level to be effective. Padded tongue blades are not used in people with a seizure disorder. There is no specific time of day when a seizure can occur.
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