An 86-year-old male has experienced a seizure and is now lethargic and confused. His family states that the patient has a history of seizures and was sleeping in bed when the seizure was witnessed by his wife. He remains in bed with an intact airway, adequate breathing, and a rapid radial pulse. You also note him to be incontinent of urine. Appropriate care of this patient would include
A) Considering oxygen and transport with him positioned on his left side
B) Securing the patient tightly to the stretcher to prevent injury should he seize again
C) Inserting an oral airway and starting positive pressure ventilation with supplemental oxygen
D) Considering supplemental oxygen and securing the patient on a long spine board with a cervical collar placed
A) Considering oxygen and transport with him positioned on his left side
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