Generalized tonic-clonic seizure

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What initial action should you take when arriving to a scene with a person actively having a generalized tonic-clonic seizure? Roll the person on his or her side to prevent aspiration. Place an object in the person's mouth to prevent tongue biting. Pick up the person and move him or her to a safer location to prevent injury. Hold the person's extremities to prevent jerking movements.

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