- Many disease processes can put patients at an increased risk for seizures
- Brain injury or trauma
- Drugs, medication
- Withdrawing from alcohol or other drugs
- Fevers
- History seizure activity
- See this list from John Hopkins about various causes of seizures
- Patients can experience a seizure with little to no warning
- Must provide a safe environment should this event occur, therefore all patients at risk for seizures should have precautions in place
- Hospitals will have policies that outline specifics. These most likely will include, but are not limited to:
- Padded side rails
- All 4 side rails up
- Suction MUST be set up and ensure that it works appropriately
- Ambu bag must be nearby
Ep051: Implement Seizure Precautions for At-risk Patients
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NURSING.com Team
