Question

Which is appropriate for responding to both a seizure and stroke?

give medication

provide emotional support

move sharp objects away

remind person to avoid smoking

Answer 1

Appropriate for responding to both a seizure and a stroke:
- Provide emotional support
- Move sharp objects away

Why: both help keep the person safe and calm during an acute event.
Why the others are not appropriate in the moment:
- Give medication: generally not recommended unless a specific, prescribed rescue medication is available and you are trained to give it (seizure) or a clinician directs it (stroke requires emergency evaluation first).
- Remind person to avoid smoking: this is a long‑term prevention message, not an immediate response to an acute event.