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Sponsor |  WasChabad | Oct 8, 2006 4:48pm | What to do when someone has a seizure from the perspective of people who have epilepsy:
- If at all possible, catch the person before they hit the floor or hurt themselves.
- Don't try to pry their mouth open, you can break their jaw.
- Don't throw water in their face.
- Put a pillow under their head.
- An ambulance was never called nor needed when I had seizures. I woke up on my own.
- After a seizure, the person may have amnesia. Tell the person they had a seizure, that everything is alright and it's ok if they have amnesia and don't recognize anyone.
- Allow the seizure to run it's course. Do not restrain the person having the seizure. There's nothing you can do to stop the seizure. Keep the person as comfortable as possible at all times.
- An ambulance should be called if the seizure lasts more than 5-6 minutes.
- Move objects away from the person that can be knocked over by them or on top of them.
- If there is a group of people, create a ring around the person facing away from the person, giving them privacy.
- When the person wakes up don't let anyone stare. I always hated it when people would stand and stare.
- Putting something in their mouth and holding them down is a completely wrong and improperly portrayed "Hollywood" image. It's a misconception that has been passed down by people who have never actually had an encounter with someone with a seizure disorder. All that can do is break teeth and pull muscles or break bones, or even end up injuring people around the person seizing.
- It is physically impossible to swallow your tongue.
What to do when someone has a seizure from the perspective of a neuropsychologist who is a member of SU:
During a seizure:
- Protect the person from injury.
- If possible, keep the person from falling.
- Try to move furniture or other objects that might cause injury during the seizure.
- Do not force anything, including your fingers, into the person's mouth. This may cause injuries such as chipped teeth or a fractured jaw. You also could get bitten.
- Do not try to hold down or move the person.
- Stay calm.
- Pay close attention to what the person is doing so that you can describe the seizure to rescue personnel or doctors.
- Time the length of the seizure, if possible.
After a seizure:
- Check the person for injuries.
- Turn the person onto his or her side when the seizure ends and he or she is more relaxed.
- If the person is having trouble breathing, use your finger to gently clear the mouth of any vomit or saliva.
- Loosen tight clothing around the person's neck and waist.
- Provide a safe area where the person can rest.
- Do not give the person anything to eat or drink until he or she is fully awake and alert.
- Stay with the person until he or she is awake and familiar with the surroundings. Most people will be sleepy or confused after a seizure.
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Sponsor | | WasChabad | Dec 21, 2006 5:48am | | This is the most important thread to read. Thank you for visiting the Epilepsy group! |
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