A 24 year old pregnant woman is actively seizing. Her partner reports that she complained of abdominal pain approximately 10 minutes ago, and then began seizing. He reports that the seizure activity has been consistent for the past 10 minutes, and that she has no significant medical history. You should:
A) apply a nasal cannula, assess blood glucose level, and transport in the left lateral position.
B) insert a nasal airway, administer midazolam, and obtain vital signs.
C) apply high-flow oxygen, administer magnesium sulfate, and transport emergently.
D) suction the airway, obtain IV access, and assess blood pressure.
Answer: C) apply high-flow oxygen, administer magnesium sulfate, and transport emergently.
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