The nurse is teaching the parents of a child with a newly diagnosed Growth Hormone Deficiency. From the answers below, what should she include in her teaching

A. Position the child laterally

Explanation: When a child is experiencing a seizure, it's important to ensure their safety and prevent injury. Positioning the child laterally, also known as the recovery position, helps keep the airway clear and allows any fluids to drain from the mouth, reducing the risk of aspiration. It also helps prevent the child from choking on saliva or vomit.

The other options are not appropriate actions during a seizure:

B. Using a padded tongue blade is not recommended during a seizure. Placing objects in the mouth during a seizure can lead to injury, including damage to the teeth, jaw, or airway.

C. Attempting to stop the seizure is not within the nurse's control. Seizures are caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain and should not be interrupted forcefully. Instead, the focus should be on ensuring the child's safety and managing the situation until the seizure stops on its own.

D. Restraining the child's arms is not advisable during a seizure. Restraining can cause harm and increase the risk of injury to the child or others involved. It's important to allow the seizure to run its course while protecting the child from harm.

A. Polyuria (excessive urination) is not a symptom of hypoglycemia; it is more commonly associated with hyperglycemia (high blood sugar).

B. Deep rapid respirations are more characteristic of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), a complication of uncontrolled diabetes that leads to high blood sugar levels and metabolic acidosis.

C. Dry, flushed skin is not a typical symptom of hypoglycemia; it might be associated with conditions like dehydration or heat exposure, but not with low blood sugar.

D. Tachycardia

Explanation: The symptoms described by the adolescent (feeling shaky, difficulty speaking, difficulty concentrating) along with a blood glucose level of 55 mg/dL indicate hypoglycemia, which is low blood sugar. Tachycardia, or a rapid heart rate, is a common physiological response to hypoglycemia. The body increases the heart rate in an attempt to improve blood flow and deliver glucose to the brain and other vital organs. This is part of the body's fight-or-flight response to low blood sugar.