Which item is included in the plan for a patient with seizure disorder?

• A. Side rails up
• B. Door locked during seizure
• C. Do not keep suction at bedside
• D. No oxygen available

Answer: (A)

Safety and injury prevention during seizures is the main idea. Keeping the bed side rails up provides a physical barrier to help prevent injury if the patient experiences convulsions or thrashing. It protects the head and body from falls or hitting hard surfaces, which is a cornerstone of the immediate safety plan for someone having or at risk for seizures.

That safety measure is why it’s included. Other items would compromise safety and airway readiness: locking the door during a seizure can delay help and trap staff or the patient, which is unsafe; suction should be kept at the bedside to clear secretions or vomitus if needed; and oxygen should be readily available to support breathing if respiration is affected.