After a resident's seizure movements stop, how should you position and monitor her?

• A.Sit her upright in a chair and offer her a full meal
• B.Lay her flat on her back and leave so she can rest alone
• C.Turn her on her side if possible, stay with her, and report the length
• D.Give her water right away to help her wake up faster

Why

Side-lying helps keep the airway clear after a seizure, and staying plus reporting duration and behavior guides follow-up care. Food and fluids are unsafe until she is fully alert.

Content outline: Basic Nursing Skills - Emergency Care: Seizures · From the Basic Nursing Skills practice bank (BN-143).

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