SEIZURE CALL 9(911)
Symptoms: person blanks out or may fall, stiffen, then jerk uncontrollably several minutes
TIME THE START AND END OF THE SEIZURE
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Keep calm; let the seizure take its course. Do not try to stop the seizure or revive the person.
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Move hard or sharp objects away, but do not interfere with the person’s movements. Place something soft and small, such as a sweater, under their head, and loosen tight clothing around the neck.
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Do not force anything in the person’s mouth. This could cause teeth and jaw damage, or choking. The person will not swallow their tongue during a seizure.
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When possible, lay person on LEFT side to keep airway clear.
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Always be comforting, be gentle, and reassure the person, as it may take some time for them to become re-oriented.
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Assign someone to wait out front to lead EMTs to room.