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Reducing Medical Errors — Unit test

Question 17 • Introduction to Health Science - EL3601 B

Gina knows that her dad has epilepsy and has occasional seizures. When her dad has a seizure, she responds with appropriate first aid. The seizure lasts for 2.5 minutes and does not reoccur. When the seizure is over, her dad is tired and confused but appears to be fine. Gina is debating calling 911. What should she do?

Answer
A
Gina should call 911 because all seizures should be reported to hospitals.
B
Gina should call 911 because the seizure lasted for an especially long time.
C
Gina does not need to call 911 because there is no need in this specific case.
D
Gina does not need to call 911 because her dad says he is fine.

Explanation

A seizure lasting 2.5 minutes that does not recur is not especially prolonged, and Gina’s dad has a known history of epilepsy. Tiredness and confusion can occur during recovery after a seizure. Since he appears to be recovering and there are no other warning signs described, calling 911 is not necessary in this specific case; choice C is correct. His saying he is fine alone would not be enough reason to skip emergency help if warning signs were present.

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