When a child suffers generalized seizures, it is important for the nurse to do all of the following except:
1. Turn the child on his/her side in order to allow fluid to flow from his/her mouth.
2. Time the seizure length
3. Monitor his/her airway and placing a plastic airway or padded tongue blade in his/her mouth if necessary to keep the airway open.
4. Protect the child from injury as the body convulses.
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1. The nurse should monitor the airway and place the child on his/her side, but should never place anything in the airway of a child having a seizure.
2. The nurse should monitor the airway and time the seizure, but should never place anything in the airway of a child having a seizure.
3. Do not place anything in a child's mouth during a seizure.
4. Protecting the child from injury is important during a seizure.
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