An older patient begins to experience status epilepticus. Which action will the nurse take to help this patient?
1. Measure vital signs.
2. Orient the patient between seizures.
3. Prevent chilling with warmed bed linens.
4. Ensure an intravenous access line is available.
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Rationale: Status epilepticus is a medical emergency which necessitates the establishment of an adequate airway, administration of oxygen, and administration of fluids and emergency medications. An intravenous access line is imperative for this patient. Vital signs can be assessed once the seizures have ceased.
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