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Convulsions - first aid -
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- When a seizure occurs, the main goal is to protect the person
from injury. Try to prevent a fall by laying the person on the
ground in a safe area. The area should be cleared of furniture or
other sharp objects.
- Cushion the person's head.
- Loosen tight clothing, especially around the neck.
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- The person should be turned on his or her side in case vomiting
occurs. This keeps the vomit from being inhaled into the
lungs.
- Look for a medical I.D. bracelet with seizure
instructions.
- Stay with the person until help arrives. Meanwhile, monitor the
person's vital signs (pulse, rate of breathing).
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Review Date: 12/12/2008
Reviewed By: A.D.A.M. Editorial Team: David Zieve, MD, MHA, Greg
Juhn, MTPW, David R. Eltz. Previously reviewed by Eric Perez, MD,
Department of Emergency Medicine, St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital
Center, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network
(1/16/2007).
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