A patient in the postictal state will have:

A. Rigidity or stiffening of the muscles and loss of bladder control.
B. Altered mental status and relaxed muscles.
C. Violent movements of the body.
D. An elevated pulse and warm, moist skin.


Answer: B. Altered mental status and relaxed muscles.

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