Question 12 of 15

In this instance where the patient is experiencing a severe overdose reaction to a local anesthetic and is experiencing convulsions, what is the recommended management of the situation:

1. 911, basic life support, administer IV anti-convulsant if seizure lasts longer than 4 - 5 minutes with no signs of terminating
2. position patient in sitting position, monitor vitals for 5 minutes, summon 911 if vitals remain at high levels over 5 minutes
3. position patient in supine position, monitor vitals for 5 minutes, summon 911 if vitals remain at high levels over 5 minutes
4. administer oxygen, administer epinephrine via aerosol inhaler