A patient, age 27, has been admitted to the neurological department because of seizures of unknown cause. The nurse should take precautions by
a. placing the patient in protective restraints.
b. being certain padded side rails are present.
c. suggesting that the family monitor the patient.
d. placing the patient with one-on-one nursing service.
B
Padded side rails may be used, especially if seizures often occur during sleep.
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