You are transporting a patient who has a history of simple partial seizures. During transport she experiences one involving her right arm.. Her pulse is 92, respirations 14 and adequate, blood pressure 168/88 mmHg and SpO2 98%. Your primary concern would be:
A. Administering oxygen by nonrebreather mask.
B. Placing the arm tightly in a sling to prevent injury.
C. Progression to a generalized seizure.
D. Loss of bowel or bladder control.
Answer: C. Progression to a generalized seizure.
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