In a medical emergency involving a seizure, what critical information should an EMD gather?

Gathering the duration of the seizure and the patient's history of seizures is crucial in emergency situations. Knowing how long the seizure has lasted helps in assessing whether it is a standard seizure or if there are complications, such as status epilepticus, which requires immediate medical intervention. Additionally, a history of seizures provides important context that can influence treatment decisions and the urgency of the response.

While the location of the incident is also useful for dispatching resources effectively, it does not provide immediate clinical information critical for managing the patient's condition. Understanding the patient's blood type and a list of medications may be relevant later in the treatment process but are not essential during the immediate response to a seizure. Focusing on the seizure's duration and the patient's seizure history directly impacts the care provided and the speed at which responders can act.