A 72-year-old male patient with a history of elevated thyroid function and a brain tumor is experiencing a psychomotor seizure. When you enter the room, he is 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 breaths/min; blood pressure, 166/68 mmHg; and SpO2, 98%. Which action would be most appropriate in the care of this patient?
A) Determine if a durable power of attorney exists
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) Proceed with a nonemergency transport
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