In general, a ________-minute wait is accepted by most patients

Immediately following a generalized motor seizure, most patients are:

A) apneic. B) confused. C) hyperactive. D) awake and alert.

A 24-year-old intoxicated female patient was pulled from a pool by hotel personnel. The primary assessment reveals her airway to be open and her breathing adequate. Her radial pulse is strong but fast, and she is persistently coughing. Vital signs are pulse 144 beats/min, respirations 24 breaths/min, blood pressure 166/100 mmHg, and SpO2 92%. What would be considered appropriate care for this patient?

A) Abdominal thrusts to remove water from the lungs B) Supplemental oxygen through a nonrebreather mask C) Deep oral suctioning to remove water from the airway D) Precautionary application of the automated external defibrillator