Seizure First Aid
Seizures are quite a common occurrence with varying types and symptoms. While it is rare to come across someone who is experiencing a seizure episode, it is not impossible. And, hence learning about seizure first aid will not only allow you to offer assistance to the individual but it will also prevent the situation from aggravating. Read on to know more.
Seizures are quite a common occurrence with varying types and symptoms. While it is rare to come across someone who is experiencing a seizure episode, it is not impossible. And, hence learning about seizure first aid will not only allow you to offer assistance to the individual but it will also prevent the situation from aggravating. Read on to know more.
If you notice someone experiencing seizure symptoms then there are certain things you can do to help them avoid any additional damage. The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke recommends the following sequence of actions:
1. Roll the person over onto their side. This will prevent them from choking on vomit or saliva.
2. Cushion the person’s head.
3. Loosen their collar so the person can breathe freely.
4. Take steps to maintain a clear airway; it may be necessary to grip the jaw gently, and tilt the head back slightly to open the airway more thoroughly.
5. Remove sharp or solid objects that the person might come into contact with.
6. Time the seizure and note details like how long did the seizure last and what were the symptoms as your observations can help medical personnel later. In case they have multiple seizure episodes then note time between episodes.
7. Stay by the person’s side throughout the seizure.
8. Stay calm. It will probably be over quickly.
9. Ask people around to stay back and not crowd.
10. After the seizure ends, help the person sit in a safe place as they may be tired, groggy, embarrassed, or disoriented. Once they are alert and able to communicate, tell them what happened in very simple terms.
11. Offer to call someone, or obtain further assistance, if they need it.
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