A 72-year-old male with a history of depressed thyroid function and a brain tumor is suffering a psychomotor seizure. As you enter the room, you find him to be standing up and walking in a circle. He is awake but does not respond to your questions. Family members state that he has had three similar episodes over the past six months, which his physician diagnosed as complex partial seizures. Vital
signs are pulse 112, respirations 16, blood pressure 166/68, and SpO2 at 98%. Which one of the following actions would be most appropriate in the care of this patient?
A) Determine if a durable power of attorney exits.
B) Restrain the patient and apply high-concentration oxygen.
C) Proceed with a nonemergency transport.
D) Insert a nasopharyngeal airway to ensure airway patency.
C
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