Patient LSK is a 40-year-old man, who has a history of seizures. He was in the office working when suddenly the lights on his computer suddenly flicks that triggering his seizure. What should not be done in this situation? Choose the best answer: Remove all hard objects that might hurt the patient Place a spoon on his mouth Observe him Protect his head

Patient LSK is a 40-year-old man, who has a history of seizures. He was in the office working when suddenly the lights on his computer suddenly flicks that triggering his seizure. What should not be done in this situation? Choose the best answer: Remove all hard objects that might hurt the patient Place a spoon on his mouth Observe him Protect his head

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